Ingredients
1 cup yellow cornmeal1 cup all-purpose flour3 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons sugar1 cup buttermilk1 large egg, room temperature, beaten1 can (8-1/4 ounces) cream-style cornDash hot pepper sauce1/4 cup bacon drippings, melted1/4 cup chopped green onions1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheeseHoney, optional
Preparation
Preheat oven to 400°. Combine first 5 ingredients in a large bowl; set aside. In another bowl, combine buttermilk and egg; add corn and remaining ingredients. Add to dry ingredients; stir just until combined. Pour batter into a greased 8-in. square baking pan.
Bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before cutting into squares. Serve warm. Drizzle with honey if desired.
