If there’s anything the Midwest is known for, it’s corn. And while there certainly is a whole slew of veggies that are at their peak during the summer, corn on the cob is king at every barbecue from July to August.
I spoke to Kelly Wenning at Tuttle Orchards in Indiana to learn how to store sweet summer corn to make the most of the season.
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While purchasing fresh vegetables is a high priority, it’s essential when purchasing corn. Werner explains that the sugars in fresh corn start converting to starch as soon as it is picked. Therefore, the best corn will be the freshest stuff you can get your hands on.
It’s difficult to know how long ago the ears piled up at the grocery store have been off the stalk. “It may only last a couple of days before losing its flavor,” says Wenning…