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It's summer, and throughout the land there are tall stalks waving in the breeze, sweet kernels ready for harvest. To make the most of the golden ears filling the markets, we've got dozens of recipe ideas.

Recipes:

Soups and Salads
Cold Avocado Corn Soup with Cilantro Oil

Summer Corn Chowder with Bacon

Grilled Corn and Shrimp Salad

Potato, Corn, and Cherry Tomato Salad with Basil Dressing

Toasted Corn and Cumin Salsa

On the Cob
Corn on the Cob with Cheese and Lime

Corn on the Cob with Garlic-Ancho Butter

Corn on the Cob with Shallot-Thyme Butter

Grilled Corn on the Cob with Maple-Chipotle Glaze

Veggie Delights
Corn Fritters with Salsa

Corn and Zucchini Saute

Corn Flan

Corn Pancakes

Southwestern Succotash

Recipe Tips:

Shop for the Best
When selecting ears of corn, look for bright green husks with damp, light yellow silk poking out.

Prep Easily
To wipe silk off an ear of corn, rub with a wet paper towel. To cut kernels off the cob, stand it on end and run a sharp paring knife straight down the sides.

Fire Up the Grill
Grilling is one of the easiest and most delicious ways to cook corn—the heat caramelizes the natural sugars, imparting a sweeter, more intense flavor than boiling. To grill corn, use a hot fire and simply toss the ears on the grill, silk and all. (If you want a smokier flavor, first remove a few layers of the husk.)

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