1 1/2 c. yellow cornmeal
1 tsp. salt
1 egg, beaten
1 1/2 c. buttermilk
2 tbsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2-3 tbsp. bacon drippings

Combine dry ingredients; add egg and buttermilk, mixing well. Grease a 9" cast iron skillet with bacon drippings; heat in a 400 degree oven for 3 minutes or until very hot. Pour batter into hot skillet and bake at 400 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Yield: 8 to 10 servings.