Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Step 2

In oven, heat drippings in 9” skillet until sizzling hot.

Step 3

Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk eggs and milk until incorporated.

Step 4

In a large bowl, add cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until blended.

Step 5

Pour drippings from skillet into cornbread mixture and mix well. The drippings should sizzle when they hit the batter. Pour batter into skillet.

Step 6

Bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown.