#sweetcorn

#sweetcorn

The secret to juicy corn is boiling fresh cobs for a good half hour. If you cook them for less time the corn wrinkles and has a drier texture. In a simple pasta and sweetcorn salad, like the one below, that extra liquid provides an essential contrast to the pine nuts and risoni. It's one of many Mediterranean salads we like to make at home that are meals in their own right.

While canned sweetcorn is a pantry staple enjoyed for its sweet flavor and bright color, not all brands are created equal. Stop & Shop’s canned corn, ranked as the worst option, suffers from mealy texture and excessive saltiness, ultimately falling short of flavor expectations and presenting an unappetizing paler color despite being marketed as 'golden corn.' This demonstrates the importance of choosing quality over price in the canned vegetables aisle. In contrast, better brands ensure a more satisfying experience, with plump kernels that deliver on taste.