How to Preserve Corn

Post number three in my series on putting food by is all about preserving corn. There are a few things that I always have on hand in the freezer. Frozen corn is one of them but the packaging waste from store bought stuff is starting to bum me out. Why is it always in plastic bags? Seriously! So, this summer, I’m taking matters into my own hands and freezing my own corn.

Here’s my plan for preserving corn:

Buy several dozen ears of corn, cut the kernels off the cob (mess-free method #2 is where it’s at), and freeze in a single layer on a sheet pan before transferring to jars or bags for later. Nothing beats the taste of sweet fresh summer corn and by preserving corn at its peak I can enjoy it all year long. I love cooking frozen corn up with onions and cumin to put on tacos, adding it to chowder or soup, and frying it up in fritters. I’m also considering making a big batch of corn salsa. What are your favorite ways to use frozen corn? Share in the comments below…