Hush puppies

Ingredients:

3/4 cup corn meal
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 egg
2 teaspoon bacon drippings, melted
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
Crisco or other vegetable shortening for frying

Preparation:

Combine all the ingredients together in a large bowl and mix well.
Melt enough shortening in a skillet or deep fryer to completely cover the hush puppies.
Heat to a temperature of 375 F.
Drop batter by spoonfuls, a few at a time, into hot oil and deep fry until crisp and golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes.
Drain on paper towels and serve at once.