Solid vegetable shortening
1-1/4 cup corn meal
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons to 1/4 cup sugar
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 cup salad oil
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
Spoon a dollop of vegetable shortening in a 9-inch skillet, and place in oven during preheating time.
Combine dry ingredients. Add egg, milk, oil and mayonnaise to dry ingredients, mix well.
Remove pan from oven (Be careful, it will be very hot.) and pour batter into skillet.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown. Serves 8.
