Can Corn Recipe - Longbourn Farm (2024)

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How long to cook canned corn? ›

Drain off half of the liquid from the corn. Pour the remaining liquid and corn in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add butter, garlic, parsley (if using dried), salt and pepper. Simmer until the liquid is almost completely gone, about 5-7 minutes.

Flavor Enhancements

Smothering corn with butter and salt is the traditional way of serving corn on the cob. Instead, try squeezing on fresh lemon or lime juice or brush with olive oil and sprinkle on your favorite dried herb blend.

“You can eat corn fresh, frozen or canned. Any way you eat it, corn can be part of a healthy diet — just don't add a lot of extras like butter and salt,” says Homan.

Most green herbs pair well with corn — like parsley, cilantro, rosemary, tarragon, and thyme. Dried spices and seasonings like cajun seasoning, chili powder, or Old Bay work equally well. To make a fantastic Mexican street corn salad recipe, we recommend adding a chili-lime seasoning like Tajin.

Did you know? Canned corn is fully cooked, so it is safe to eat without further cooking. Canned vegetables are great to keep on hand. Look for “low sodium” or “no salt added” on the label, or rinse canned vegetables to reduce their sodium (salt) content.

Avoid cooking corn for too long. "If you have super fresh corn — which can even be eaten raw — it's a waste of time to cook for the common recommended time of 20 [or more] minutes," says Jones. Overcooking can also result in chewy and firm kernels. You can steam for 8-10 minutes or less, or even use the microwave.

No matter what kind of cans you purchase, the only way to ensure you're not eating any extra sodium than needed is to make sure you give all your canned veggies a thorough rinse before cooking with them.

Also known as field corn, dent corn gets its name from the shallow indentation that forms on each kernel. It has tight husks and opaque kernels, and is usually harvested after it's matured. Dent corn is starchier and has less sugar than the corn on the cob we eat at backyard barbecues or seafood boils.

Yes, dogs can eat corn if they're not allergic to this grain, but make sure you only ever offer it in moderation. Corn is part of many dog food recipes thanks to its nutritional benefits. However, corn comes in many different forms, and some are more beneficial for our pups than others.

What is the healthiest corn to eat? ›

As a good source of antioxidant carotenoids, such as lutein and zeaxanthin, yellow corn may promote eye health. It's also a rich source of many vitamins and minerals. For this reason, moderate consumption of whole-grain corn, such as popcorn or sweet corn, can be an excellent addition to a healthy diet.

By identifying and avoiding the top inflammatory foods such as refined sugar, vegetable oil, and processed corn, and incorporating anti-inflammatory foods like turmeric, blueberries, dark leafy greens, and avocado, we can actively combat inflammation and promote overall well-being.

Bhutta (corn) has starch and complex carbs and drinking water over it can lead to the production of gas in the stomach. This may cause acid reflux, acidity, flatulence and severe stomach pain. A gap of 30-45 minutes should be maintained between eating a bhutta and having water.

You can do this one of two ways: grill over high heat for 2-4 minutes per side until husks are charred; or roast in a 500° oven for 35-40 minutes, turning once. In either case, don't remove the husks—they contain flavor, as well as moisture that protects the corn inside from drying out.

Chef Smith agrees: "Rinsing the vegetables helps to reduce the sodium and makes it easier to balance the salt in a dish." Indeed, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) reports that draining and rinsing canned vegetables can reduce the sodium content by 5 to 10 percent.

Pack jars with corn then pour boiling water over corn, leaving 1 inch headspace. Pressure cook for 55 minutes using 10 pounds of pressure. I modified the recipe a little bit and put a cup of sugar and 4 tsp of salt in the water to get that salty-sweet taste my family loves.