Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In a large bowl, combine well using a whisk…

  • 1 1/3 all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup cornmeal
  • 2/3 cup sugar (optional)
  • 1/2 cup corn flour (yes, it’s available at Whole Foods)
  • 5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoons salt

In another bowl, mix together…

  • 1 1/3 cups milk
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 small egg, beaten

Add wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Blend just until minxed and large lumps are dissolved. Do not overbeat.

Pour mixture into a greased 8x8-inch baking pan.

Bake until golden brown, 55-minutes or so. Remove from pan and serve.