Get the Most Out of Sweet Corn Season: Your Summer Preservation Guide


Summer brings the sweetest corn. Home preservers know, this is the time to save that flavor. With a little planning, you can enjoy homegrown taste all year. Here are a few favorite ways to make the most of sweet corn season.

Enjoy Corn Fresh or Try Summer Salsa

Corn fresh from the cob tastes like a summer day. For something new, make a batch of salsa. The sweet corn and cherry tomatoes together are a must-try. Just follow this Corn and cherry tomato salsa recipe for detailed steps and canning tips. This salsa always disappears fast at family get-togethers.

Preserve Corn Safely with Pressure Canning

If you want corn on your shelf all winter, pressure canning is a safe and trusty method. You get the flavor and quality of summer, right in your pantry. This pressure canning corn guide walks you through each step. It’s a tried and true way to stock up.

Freezing Keeps Corn at Its Peak

Freezing whole kernel corn keeps it almost as fresh as the day it was picked. You lock in that sweet crunch and keep it handy for winter meals or quick sides. Get all the tips for how to freeze whole kernel corn in this guide. It’s simple, quick, and family-approved.

Harvest Corn, Share the Love

Corn season never lasts long enough. With just a few simple preservation tricks, you get to stretch out the best days of summer. Start a new kitchen tradition or add a new recipe to the family favorites.

What’s your favorite way to put up sweet corn? Let us know or share your success in the community.

Happy preserving!

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