Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450F.
  2. Coat a 10-inch cast iron skillet with the bacon drippings.
  3. Place skillet in the oven to preheat.
  4. Mix together buttermilk, egg, cornmeal, 3/4 cup flour, 1 tablespoon sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, stirring just until blended.
  5. Pour batter into the preheated skillet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the top is nicely golden and firm.