Country Cornbread

Country Cornbread

1 cup flour
1 cup cornmeal
4 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
2 tsp salt
1 egg
1 1/2 cup buttermilk
6 tbsp butter, melted, cooled,
and divided
1 tbsp sugar

Preheat an 8 inch cast iron skillet in a 425 F oven. While the skillet is heating, combine the first five ingredients in a mixing bowl. Stir in the egg, buttermilk, 4 tablespoons of butter, and sugar. Remove the skillet from the oven. Brush with the remaining melted butter. Pour the batter into the skillet. Return to the oven and bake at 425 F for 15 to 20 minutes. Serves 4 to 6