1 1/2 c. cornmeal
3 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 1/2 c. buttermilk
1 egg, well beaten
1 tsp. salt
1 tbsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/4 c. oil or shortening

Mix all ingredients, add milk, shortening and well beaten egg. Mix well. Pour into a well greased 9 inch hot pan. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Bake 20-25 minutes or until brown.