Coat a 12-14 inch cast iron frying pan with fat or oil by heating it in the oven before adding cornbread mix. The hot skillet will create a nice crust when the mix is poured into it.
In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients. In another bowl mix milk, creamed corn and sour cream. Add eggs and mix thoroughly. Add jalapenos if using.
Gently pour wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix only until combined. Don't over mix.
Add melted butter and fold to combine.
Carefully pour mix into the hot skillet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and firm in center. Let cool 5 minutes.
Cut into wedges and serve with softened butter and honey.