1 c. self-rising cornmeal
1/4 c. bacon drippings
2 eggs
1 c. buttermilk
1 can cream-style corn
1/2 lb. ground beef
1 onion (optional)
3 to 4 jalapeno peppers
2 c. grated cheese (American or Cheddar)

Mix meal, bacon drippings, eggs, milk and corn. Brown beef with onion; drain. Layer 1/2 of the batter in an 8 x 12-inch baking pan (greased). Put beef on batter. Sprinkle peppers and 1 cup cheese on beef. Top with remaining batter and 1 cup cheese. Bake at 350° for 1 hour.