Skillet Cornbread

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 425-degrees F.

2. 2

   Put shortening in cast iron skillet and heat in oven until skillet is hot and shortening is melted (6-8 minutes).

3. 3

   While shortening is melting, in a large bowl beat egg and add baking soda and salt, beating well to combine.

4. 4

   Stir in cornmeal and buttermilk.

5. 5

   Remove hot skillet from oven.

6. 6

   Pour half of the hot shortening into batter and stir until combined.

7. 7

   Pour batter into skillet and place in oven.

8. 8

   Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden and tests done when toothpick is inserted in center.

9. 9

   Cut bread into 8 wedges and serve hot with butter.

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