1 1/2 c. cornmeal
1/2 c. flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. milk
1 egg, beaten
1/4 c. melted shortening

Mix wet ingredients. Add dry ingredients. Stir only enough to mix. Fill greased muffin pans 1/2 full. Bake at 400 degrees for 15-20 minutes. Makes 12 muffins.