Cherokee Corn Pones recipe

Step 1

Combine cornmeal, baking soda and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles a coarse meal. Add buttermilk and milk, stirring just until dry ingredients are moistened.

Step 2

Form batter into eight 1/2 inch thick cakes. Place on a hot greased griddle (400 degrees F). Cook for 15 minutes.

Step 3

Turn and cook an additional 15 minutes.

Step 4

Serve hot with butter.