Ingredients for - Country Corncakes

1. 1-1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
2. 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3. 1 tablespoon sugar
4. 1 teaspoon baking soda
5. 1/2 teaspoon salt
6. 1 large egg, room temperature
7. 1-1/2 cups buttermilk
8. 2 tablespoons butter, melted
9. 1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn
10. Optional:Sour cream, 6 cooked and crumbled bacon strips, and 2 tablespoons minced chives

How to cook deliciously - Country Corncakes

1 . Stage

In a bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients; make a well in the center. In another bowl, beat the egg, buttermilk and butter; pour into well and stir just until blended. Gently stir in corn; do not overmix. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes.

2 . Stage

Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a greased cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Turn when bubbles form on the top, 2-3 minutes. Cook until second side is golden brown. Top with sour cream, bacon and chives if desired.