Sweet Corn
What It Is
Section titled “What It Is”Sweet corn is one of the most anticipated crops of the Cold Springs Organics summer season, harvested at peak sweetness in July and August. Sugars begin converting to starch the moment it’s picked, so eating it the day it arrives in the box is ideal.
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Section titled “Download the Guide”How to Store It
Section titled “How to Store It”- Keep unhusked in the fridge and use within 1–2 days for best sweetness.
- For longer storage, blanch cobs and cut kernels off to freeze.
How to Prep It
Section titled “How to Prep It”Husk just before cooking. Remove the silk as thoroughly as you can. For kernels, stand the cob on its end and slice downward with a sharp knife. Corn water (milky liquid from cutting) is full of flavour — use it in a sauce or soup.
How to Cook It
Section titled “How to Cook It”- Boiled on the cob — bring a large pot of water to a boil (no salt — it toughens the kernels), add husked cobs, cook 3–5 minutes.
- Grilled — leave husks on and grill over medium heat 15–20 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Corn salsa or salad — cut kernels raw or off a charred cob; toss with lime, jalapeño, cilantro, and onion.
Quick Meal Idea
Section titled “Quick Meal Idea”Brown butter corn — melt butter in a pan until nutty and golden, add fresh corn kernels, cook 3–4 minutes, season with salt, pepper, and fresh thyme.