Gert Gurganus Sweet Milk Cornbread
["1 c. yellow corn meal", "1 c. sifted self-rising flour", "1/4 c. sugar (optional)", "1/2 tsp. salt", "3 tsp. baking powder", "1 egg", "1 c. milk", "1/4 c. melted shortening"]
["Sift together the corn meal, flour, sugar, salt and baking powder.", "Beat egg.", "Add milk; add to first mixture.", "Add shortening.", "Pour into hot, greased 10-inch skillet or pan, muffin pan or corn stick pan.", "Bake at 375\u00b0 to 400\u00b0 for 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown.", "Yields 6 servings."]
["yellow corn meal", "flour", "sugar", "salt", "baking powder", "egg", "milk", "shortening"]