Amish Corn Bread


Yields 1 loaf:
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1 cup flour
4 tablespoons sugar
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 egg, beaten
1 cup milk
2 tablespoon shortening, melted

Grease a square baking pan and preheat the oven at 400 F. 
Mix cornmeal, flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl.  
Make a well in the center and add the egg, milk, & melted shortening.  
Beat very well until the ingredient s are thoroughly blended.  Pour 
batter into the prepared pan and bake until risen and golden brown 
on top.  As a variation, ad 1/4 cup grated, sharp cheese.  Cut into
squares and serve.

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