8tablespoons(1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
1/3cuphoney
22 large eggs, well beaten
Instructions
Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 350°F. Lightly coat a 1 ¾-quart baking dish with shortening.
In a large bowl, thoroughly stir together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add the buttermilk, butter, honey and eggs and mix until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps can remain.
Spoon the batter into the prepared dish. Cover and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and continue baking until a tester, inserted in the center, comes out clean, about 30 minutes.