Load Up on Sweet Corn This Summer and Try These Scrumptious Recipes (2024)

FAQs

What can I do with old corn cobs? ›

Make corn stock.

Toss the cobs in a large pot, cover them with water, add a few big pinches of salt, and simmer for about an hour. The stock will be sweet, fragrant, and golden in hue.

Rick often makes a quick corn side dish by cutting kernels off the cob and sautéeing them in butter with some chopped shallot and garlic. As the corn cooks, flavorful brown bits will stick to the pan, which along with the nutty-sweet butter help mask the flavor of bland corn.

Just about the only thing that will give overripe corn a pass is turning it into creamed corn. The cream and butter compensate for the corn's texture and loss of flavor. However, the best thing you can do when you have more corn than meals is to freeze it. Corn can be frozen on the cob or off.

Any tactic for offsetting flavor deterioration seems worth a try, so we boiled out-of-season corn four ways: in 1 gallon of plain water, in the same amount of water mixed with 1 cup of milk, in water mixed with 1 cup of milk and 4 teaspoons of sugar, and in water sweetened with 4 teaspoons of sugar (our go-to test ...

Wrap cooked corn (on or off the cob) in aluminum foil and then place in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for three to five days.

In the refrigerator, uncooked corn on the cob can last a maximum of about three days, whereas in the freezer, a whole corn on the cob could last for about eight months or longer. However, if corn on the cob has been kept at a consistent temperature of 0°F, then it should last indefinitely.

Once cooked, stir in some cream cheese for a cheesy, creamy corn dish. Add a splash of lime juice and some chopped cilantro – perfect for serving with tacos or Mexican-inspired dishes. Top with crispy bacon pieces or crispy onions for added texture and flavor.

Soaking the corn husks in water has two important purposes. For starters, soaking the corn in water prevents the corn husks from burning or catching on fire. Secondly, the excess moisture helps steam the corn inside the husk and makes the corn kernels as juicy and plump as possible.

Students may find this confusing because when plants turn brown, they are thought to be dead. This is not the case for corn when it is ready to harvest! The corn stalks look this way because it's drying out. If corn is picked while moist, it will result in mold which is not ideal for farmers.

One of a squirrel's favorite snacks is corn on the cob. A great way to attract them to your backyard is to hang a few ears of corn or even toss a few on the ground. It's not only fun for them to eat, it's also amusing to watch! Corn cobs can be the best option for providing corn for squirrels.

What happens if you boil corn on the cob too long? ›

Overcooking your corn can make the kernels soggy, according to the Food Network.

Juicy fresh corn on the cob gets an extra boost of sweetness when it's cooked in slightly sweetened water. You can use as much or as little sugar as you like. Try it several ways to figure out what level of sweetness you like best.

If you've ever taken a bite out of an ear of field corn you'll know pretty quickly it's not the same as sweet corn. Field corn is much higher in starch and doesn't have as much sugar to make it sweet like the other types. Sweet corn is harvested when the kernels are soft and flavorful.

Corn with the husks removed, such as the ones often found prepackaged at the grocery store, are frequently past their prime. The sugars in the kernels will have turned to starch, making the corn gummy to the bite after cooking.

The appearance and aroma of your corn are the two main ways to tell whether or not it has gone bad. If it's giving off a rancid or moldy smell, or has a slimy and mushy texture, it should be tossed in your compost. Similarly, if there's any visible mold on your corn, it has gone bad.

You absolutely can compost corn cobs, since they are biodegradable and keep them out the landfill. When you add the corn cobs to your compost, the nutrients that are locked in the cob will release over time and provide a delayed supply of nutrients for your soil.