Deep Fried Onion Rings

•  1-2 large Spanish onions, cut in 1/2" slices and separated
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp pepper
• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1/4 cup cornmeal
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper

1. Place the onions in a large bowl 
2. cover with the buttermilk and toss
3. add in the salt and pepper and toss
4. Begin heating your oil (around 3 cups or more depending on pot size) to 350 degrees
5. Put the flour, cornmeal, salt and pepper in a large bowl and mix
6. Flop into the bowl with the onion rings and liquid and toss to coat
7. Fry in the oil to a golden brown
8. Keep warm for up to 1/2 hour in the oven at 200 degrees.