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Description: Corn is a husk covered cob-like vegetable with a central core covered in rows of toothlike kernels. Corn can be white, yellow or bicolor with a taste that ranges from regular to super sweet. Selecting Corn: When selecting corn, choose ears that have husks that look fresh and green and fit tightly around the cob. The silk should be dry. When you pull back the husk, the ear should be completely filled with evenly spaced rows of plump and milky kernels from end to end. Try to buy ears with their husks on, as they are the freshest. The best corn to buy is that which has just been picked. Farmer’s markets are great places to buy the freshest corn. Storing and Handling Corn: When storing corn, keep refrigerated in their husks for approximately 1-2 days. Preparing Corn: Remove the husks and silk before cooking corn (except for grilling - see below for special instructions). The silk can be removed easily by using a vegetable brush. Trim the ends and wash completely under cool running water. Steaming: Place whole ears of corn in a steamer Boiling: Place whole ears in a large pot of boiling water and cook for 5-7 minutes. Grilling: Pull back the husk and remove the silk from each ear of corn. Wrap the husk back around each ear and soak in water for 10 minutes. Place directly on the hot grill and cook for 15-20 minutes. Roasting: Remove the husk and silk from each ear, brush with melted butter and wrap in foil and roast for approximately 30 minutes in an oven or 15-20 minutes on a grill. Removing Kernels from the Cob: Trim each end of the cob to make a flat surface and stand the ear upright on one end on a cutting board. With a sharp knife, slice kernels off, three rows at a time, from top to bottom. Do this slowly so as not to slip. Try not to cut too close to the cob as it will make the corn tough. You can sauté fresh cut corn or microwave in a covered microwave safe dish with a little water for 5-7 minutes. Serving Suggestions: Salads: Raw sweet corn can be added to salads for a great flavor boost. If you don’t like it raw, simply steam it briefly, cool and add to your salads. Succotash: Combine cooked corn kernels with cooked Cornbread: Cornbread is one of the most flavorful ways to use fresh corn. Try our easy
cornbread salad recipe
and add some fresh corn to it for a more intense flavor. Soups: Corn chowder is a great way to use fresh corn. Seasonings to use with Corn: basil, butter, cilantro, cumin, eggs, onions, rosemary, seafood, tomatoes Quick Salad – Corn Recipes:
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