3 c. self-rising cornmeal
1 c. all-purpose flour
1/4 c. sugar
Pinch of salt
3 c. buttermilk
2 eggs
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. melted vegetable shortening

1. Combine cornmeal, flour, sugar and salt.

2. In separate bowl, lightly beat buttermilk and eggs. Beat in baking soda followed by the melted shortening.

3. Combine egg mixture with dry ingredients, blending lightly but thoroughly. Do not overbeat. Divide batter between 2 greased 9x5 inch loaf pans.

4. Bake at 400 degrees F. for 20 to 30 minutes or until tester inserted in center comes out clean.