Jack'S Crunchy Crispy Cornbread
["1 c. yellow cornmeal", "1/2 c. 3-minute grits", "2 Tbsp. baking powder", "3/4 tsp. salt", "3/4 c. milk", "1 egg", "1 Tbsp. melted shortening or cooking oil", "1/2 c. cracklins (optional)"]
["Preheat oven to 425\u00b0.", "Combine dry ingredients.", "Add milk, egg, melted shortening or oil and mix well.", "Pour into well-greased 6-inch square pan and bake at 425\u00b0 for 25 to 30 minutes.", "Yield: 9 (2-inch) cornbread squares."]
["yellow cornmeal", "grits", "baking powder", "salt", "milk", "egg", "shortening", "cracklins"]