Instructions: Combine flour, baking powder, salt, cornmeal, and sugar; stir in bacon drippings. Combine egg, buttermilk, and soda; mix well. Stir into flour mixture, mixing well. Cut each frankfurter into 10 pieces. Dip frankfurter sections into batter, coating completely. (Use wooden picks to aid in dipping.) Fry in 3 to 4 inches hot oil (375 degrees) until golden, turning once; drain on paper towels.Insert party picks, and serve immediately.

Serve with desired condiments.

Yield: about 20 appetizer servings.

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