Cornbread Mix

Directions

1. 1
   Sift and measure cornmeal and flour.
2. 2
   Add baking powder, salt and sugar to cornmeal mixture and sift together.
3. 3
   Cut in the shortening until it is fine grained.
4. 4
   Store in a cool place.
5. 5
   If you use buttermilk, add 2 teaspoons soda to this recipe and use only half as much of the baking powder.
6. 6
   If you want to cook the cornbread in a waffle iron, use 1 cup of the shortening instead of 1/2 cup.
7. 7
   To use, add 1 egg and 1/2 cup of milk for each cup of the mix.
8. 8
   Stir in the small mixing bowl until well blended.
9. 9
   Pour into well-greased muffin tins or a 9 x 9-inch pan.
10. 10
    Bake at 400° for 25 to 30 minutes.