3 c. self-rising cornmeal
1 c. all-purpose flour
1 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. baking powder
1 medium onion, chopped
2 1/4 c. buttermilk
2 tbsp. bacon drippings

Combine all dry ingredients. Add milk, onion and bacon drippings. Spread batter evenly 1/2-inch thick on a flat surface with pancake spatula. Using a knife, push a 1/2-inch wide "finger" of batter off the pancake spatula and into the hot oil. As hush puppies float, turn them. Keep repeating until all the batter is used. Drain on a paper towel.