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2 cups ham cut in small cubes
½ cup chopped green onions
¼ cup melted butter or margarine
1 Tbs bacon drippins’ (optional)
2 eggs well beaten
1 can corn with red & green peppers
1 can creamed corn
1 cup self-rising white cornmeal
¾ cup buttermilk
4 oz shredded cheddar cheese

Preparation:

Combine all ingredients except cheese. Pour into 12" Dutch oven, preheated. Put 6-8 coals under and 14-16 on top. Cook until golden brown and set— 350 degrees, approx. 45 minutes. Sprinkle cheese over top and cook 2-3 more minutes to melt cheese.
Let set 5 minutes then slice and serve. Goes well with a side of pinto beans.

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