Corn Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 375F.
2. 2
   Put the fat in a medium nonstick or well seasoned ovenproof skillet or in an 8-inch square baking pan over medium heat; heat until good and hot, about 2 minutes, then turn off the heat.
3. 3
   Meanwhile, combine the dry ingredients in a bowl.
4. 4
   Mix the egg into the buttermilk, then stir the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients, combining well; if it seems too dry, add another tablespoon or two of milk.
5. 5
   Pour the batter into the preheated fat, shake the pan once or twice, and put in the oven.
6. 6
   Bake for about 30 minutes, until the top is lightly browned and the sides have pulled away from the pan; a toothpick inserted into the center will come out clean.
7. 7
   Serve hot or warm.