Cornbread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 475°F.
2. 2
   Grease 1 square pan, 9 x 9 x 2 inches (I intend on using a large cast-iron skillet) with 2 teaspoons shortening, greasing sides very lightly, and sprinkle with flour.
3. 3
   Sift together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
4. 4
   Place in a large bowl.
5. 5
   In a separate bowl beat eggs quickly about 1/2 minute, add milk, beat another 1/2 minute.
6. 6
   Add milk and eggs to dry ingredients all at one time, and blend.
7. 7
   Last, add melted shortening.
8. 8
   Mix until blended but do not *overmix*.
9. 9
   Pour into greased pan and bake in a preheated oven at 475 F about 15 minutes or until golden brown on top.
10. 10
    When it is done, remove from oven, place on rack, and let stand 10 minutes; then loosen around sides and turn out on cake rack.