8 Tbs. bacon drippings
2/3 cup self-rising cornmeal
2 Tbs. flour
1 egg
Water

Preheat electric skillet to 380F.
Add bacon drippings.
Combine the flours and mix in the egg and enough cold water to make a thick batter.

Place a big tablespoon of batter in the skillet, repeat, do not let sides touch. Brown on each side, remove and eat...delicious.

Teaspoonful size makes great hors d'oeuvres.

Serves 6.

Note: Preheat skillet before adding water to flour.

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