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Cooking & Baking

dlbell

(35 posts)

1. Soak before microwaving

Reply to justaprogressive (Original post)

Thu Jul 31, 2025, 10:59 AM

Jul 31

Soak the corn in water for 30 minutes prior to cooking. It really helps steam the corn and loosen the corn hair.

Cook the corn for the recommended time then cut the stalk off an inch above the fat end using a thick knife. Using a towel or hot mitts, squeeze the skinny end and the corn will slide out without the corn hair.

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James Beard on Corn 🌞 [View all] justaprogressive Jul 31 OP

Soak before microwaving dlbell Jul 31 #1

Going to disagree justaprogressive Jul 31 #2

I've lived in Iowa for all of my 71 years. This state knows a bit about corn. rsdsharp Jul 31 #3

Now you have justaprogressive Jul 31 #4