Beat together:

2 eggs
2 cups milk

Sift and add to liquid:

2 cups flour
2 cups corn meal
1 tsp. soda
4 tsp. baking powder
2/3 cup sugar
2 tsp. salt

Mix well then add:

5 Tbsp. melted shortening

Beat again.  Spread in a greased 9x9 pan and bake at 400ºF for 22 minutes.