Cornmeal Muffins

Directions

1. 1
   Combine first 3 ingredients in a medium bowl, mixing well. Combine egg and buttermilk, mixing well. Add to dry ingredients, stirring until batter is smooth.
2. 2
   Place a well-greased cast-iron muffin pan in a 500° oven for 2 minutes or until very hot. Remove pan from oven; spoon batter into pan, filling 3/4 full.
3. 3
   Bake at 500° for 9 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned.
4. 4
   Yields 16 muffins.