Preparation

1. With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 180 °C (350 °F).
2. Butter and line a 20 x 10-cm (8 x 4-inch) loaf pan with parchment paper, letting the paper hang over two sides.
3. In a bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cayenne pepper. Set aside.
4. In another bowl, combine the oil, sugar, and egg with a whisk until smooth. Add the dry ingredients alternately with the buttermilk until the batter is smooth. Pour into the pan. Bake for about 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean. Let cool for 5 minutes. Unmould and cool on wire rack.
5. Slice and serve with the Barbecue Shredded Beef.