Old fashioned cornbread

10 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4cupsCornmenal
2teaspoonsBaking soda
2teaspoonsSalt
4Eggs, beaten
4cupsButtermilk
½cupBacon drippings

Directions

Combine dry ingredients; add eggs and buttermilk, mixing well. Stir in bacon drippings. Heat a well-greased 10½ inch cast-iron skillet in a 400 degree oven for 3 minutes or until very hot. Pour batter into hot skillet. Bake at 450 for 40 minutes or until golden brown.