Sift together dry ingredients into bowl. Add egg, milk, and shortening or oil. Beat thoroughly. Bake in greased 9 inch square pan at 425 degrees F. for 15-20 minutes.
This is the best recipe out there for cornbread. For a more traditional taste, up the sugar to 1/3 cup, and bake it in your favorite 10" iron skillet (9" will do but you'll have to bake longer).
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