Cherokee Bean Bread - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. cornmeal
1 1/2 c. flour
3 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 c. buttermilk
1 c. water
1 egg
1 c. cooked pinto beans
1/2 c. chopped ham, fried
small pinch of baking soda

Preparation

Mix all dry ingredients in a large bowl. Add milk, water and egg. Beat until mixed well. Add beans and ham just until mixed. Pour into well-greased heavy skillet or pan.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for about 40 minutes. Top should be slightly browned.