Baconized Corn Muffins

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour once before measuring.
2. 2
   Sift flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, soda and salt together.
3. 3
   Beat egg and add milk.
4. 4
   Combine with flour mixture.
5. 5
   Add melted shortening and beat well.
6. 6
   Fill greased muffin cups 2/3 full.
7. 7
   Sprinkle tops with uncooked diced bacon.
8. 8
   Bake 15 minutes in 400° oven, then set muffins under broiler so that bacon may become crisp.
9. 9
   Yield: 8 muffins.