2 tbsp. unsalted butter
1 1/4 c. cornmeal
3/4 c. flour
2 tbsp. sugar
1 tbsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 sm. onion, minced
1 egg
1 c. beer
1 1/2 c. grated cheddar cheese

Melt butter and set aside. In large mixing bowl add flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and cayenne. Add beer and egg to melted butter; mix. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in beer mixture. Stir briskly to combine being careful not to over stir. (Batter should be lumpy.) Stir in cheese. Fill muffin cups 2/3 full. Bake at 400 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes. Remove immediately and cool on wire rack.