| 2 | C | yellow corn meal |
| 3/4 | C | buttermilk |
| 1/3 | C | melted shortening |
| 1 | can | cream corn |
| 1/2 | tsp. | salt |
| 1 | 4 0z. can | chopped green chiles |
| 1 | tbsp. | sugar |
| 2 | large | eggs |
| 1 | C | grated cheddar cheese |
| 1/2 | tsp. | baking soda |
Mix corn meal, shortening ,salt, sugar, eggs, soda and buttermilk. Add corn and chiles. Pour half of mixture in large, greased 9-inch pan. Put half the grated cheese over batter. Spoon remaining batter into skillet or pan and top with remaining cheese. Bake at 450F for 25 minutes.