Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Step 2

Put the drippings or oil in a 9-cast iron or 10-inch cast iron skillet and place it in the oven for a few minutes until it’s sizzling.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, mix dry ingredients: cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; Set aside.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and buttermilk. Pour the mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well. Take the cast iron skillet out of the oven and pour the batter into it.

Step 5

Bake for 20-25 minutes or until light brown on the top.

Step 6

Remove the cornbread from the oven, flip it over in the skillet, and continue baking for another 5 minutes.