You can freeze either corn on the cob or whole kernels. You can even freeze cream-style corn! Just note that freezing corn on the cob will take up more space in the freezer. Some people also prefer freezing corn off the cob because uncut corn is prone to having a “cobby” taste. Th...
How to Freeze Corn On the Cob Personally, I’ve only done this once or twice. I just don’t care for frozen corn on the cob, as I find the taste is not as good…and it takes up way too much freezer space to freeze the whole cob. I’d much rather freeze the kernels only. But...
Method 3: How to grill corn in the husk Grilling corn in husksis a unique method that’s absolutely worth trying! It’s easy and results in deliciously moist, sweet flavor. It does take a little longer, but the flavor is like a combination between the two methods above. It comes out ...
Sweet corn near harvest Sow or plant corn directly in the garden two weeks after all danger of frost is past and the soil has warmed to 60°F. In cool regions and where cool weather persists, spread black plastic on the planting area to speed ground warming, or sow seed in sun-warmed...
Sugar enhanced (SE) varieties contain a gene that raises the sugar content. Normal sugar (SU) varieties are the best to grow when your goal is to pick, husk and eat (or freeze) fresh corn as soon as possible after harvest. (By the way, if you're planting corn in your garden, plant...
You can use your hand or a damp paper towel or kitchen cloth to remove anything you find. Or give it a good shake. You want to keep corn husks that are whole, not cracked in the middle and not too badly damaged. Also make sure that the long sides of the corn husk aren’t damaged...
Sweet corn is typically ready to harvest about three weeks after the silks first emerge. A ripe ear will have brown silks and a filled-out ear tip. Give the end of the ear a gentle squeeze, and you should feel the firm kernels right under the husk. If you have brown silks and filled...
When to Plant Corn Most gardeners sow corn directly in the garden soil (versus indoors) so that their sensitive roots aren’t disturbed when transplanting. Corn is very sensitive to frost; do not plant soil temperature is at least 60°F (16°C), or 65°F (18°C) for super-sweet varie...
Our basic method (and favorite hacks!) for cooking corn on the cob will make this summer recipe become your next go-to side dish.
While it's tempting to peel back the husk to peek at the kernels, exposing the corn will only speed up the vegetable converting its natural sugars to starch (i.e., losing its sweet flavor). Speaking of the husks, look for ones that are vibrant green and free of blemishes (like holes...