Corn And Cheese Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2. 2
   In a mixing bowl, combine the corn, cornmeal, eggs, salt, baking soda and buttermilk.
3. 3
   Stir well and add the shortening and one-half cup of the cheese.
4. 4
   Stir to blend.
5. 5
   Meanwhile, put the butter in a nine-inch skillet, preferably of black iron.
6. 6
   Place it in the oven and heat until the butter melts without browning.
7. 7
   Pour the batter into the skillet.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and bake 30 minutes or until the bread is firm and golden brown on top.