Golden Corn Cakes

Directions

1. 1
   In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt.
2. 2
   Measure the cornmeal into a med bowl.
3. 3
   Stir in the boiling water, the mixture will be stiff.
4. 4
   Add the milk, stirring until smooth.
5. 5
   Next, stir in the corn kernels, egg and 3 t of the chives.
6. 6
   Add flour mixture to the cornmeal, stirring until combined.
7. 7
   Heat 2 T of the oil in large skillet over medium heat.
8. 8
   Drop the batter by rounded T into the hot oil (you'll probably use about half of the batter) and cook the cakes for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown, turning once.
9. 9
   Transfer the cakes to a serving platter and cover them to keep warm.
10. 10
    Add the remaining T of the oil and repeat the process with the rest of the batter.
11. 11
    While the cakes cook prepare the garnish by stirring the remaining t of the chives into the sour cream.