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Taxonomy PlacementZea mays var. indentata
TypeCorn
Buy it or make it
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Common carton size
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Best stored in the refrigerator in its husk until ready to use. For longer storage, consider freezing kernels.
Nutrition
Cooking Tips
Boil, steam, or grill shoepeg corn for a simple and delicious side dish.
Cut kernels off the cob and add to salads, succotash, or cornbread.
Its sweetness makes it a great addition to corn chowders and creamed corn.
Pairs With
Butter
Bacon
Fresh herbs (chives, parsley)
Tomatoes
Beans (in succotash)
Cheese
Common Mistakes
Overcooking, which can make the kernels tough.
Assuming it has the same texture as sweet corn; it's slightly starchier.
Also called
Aliases
- Shoepeg Cornsplural
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