Corn Class Recipes

Corn is rich in fiber and plant compounds that may aid digestive and eye health.  In moderation, corn can be part of a healthy diet. Corn is considered a whole grain, that is high in fiber and can help lower your cholesterol, according to the American Heart Association. Apr 24, 2017

Corn on the Cob Is Healthier Than You Think!  Nothing Says Summer Like Corn on the Cob!!

• Corn is low in calories — yet filling. 
• Corn is good for diabetics. 
• Corn helps prevent eye diseases. 
• Corn promotes colon health. 
• Whole grain foods like corn protect against cardiovascular disease. 
• Corn's antioxidants help prevent cancers.   ( Karla Kimball –AMFSA)  Sept. 2021 Garden Club 

Corn Dip
2 c. frozen corn or 4 ears of grilled sweet corn
8 oz. cream cheese, softened
1 c. sour cream
4 green onions, sliced or ¼ c. chives, snipped
1 ½ c. Mexican blend, cheddar, Monterey Jack cheeses
1 t. cumin
½ t. paprika
¼ t. cayenne pepper
½ t. salt
¼ t. pepper
2 T. lime juice
Several dashes Tabasco hot sauce (optional)

Place in a mixing bowl: cream cheese, sour cream, green onions/chives and beat well with flat beater. Mix in the cheeses, seasonings and lime juice. Finally add the corn and mix well. Add hot sauce or other variations, if desired. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to meld the flavors. Serve with tortilla chips.

Variations:
Add ¼ c. cilantro
Add 1 seeded diced jalapeno
Use this filling to make a quesadilla. Spread between 2 tortillas and grill with cooking spray until golden and cheese is melted.


Spicy Butter for Corn/Corn on the Cob
1 c. butter, softened
3 T. Montreal seasoning (or seasoning mix of your choice)
¼ t. cayenne pepper

Corn Gravy
4 slices bacon, chopped **
2 to 4 ears of corn on the cob or 1 small bag of freezer corn
2 c. water or milk
¼ c. regular clear jel or corn starch
Salt, pepper & butter to taste

Fry the bacon and leave in the grease. Cut corn off the cob into the frying pan. Scrape the cob with a knife to make it juicy. Mix together the water/milk and clear jel to make a thickening. Add to corn mixture. Cook until corn is tender (about 10 minutes). Season with salt, pepper and butter. Serve over sliced tomatoes and/or toast for a garden supper.

** Can use bacon grease and real bacon bits in place of the bacon.

Black Bean and Corn Salsa Salad
Place in mixing bowl:
15 oz. black beans, drained and rinsed
7 oz. canned corn, drained and rinsed
1 orange or yellow pepper, seeded and diced
¼ c. red onion, finely chopped
1 c. cherry tomatoes, halved
Salt and pepper to taste
Make Dressing in mini food processor:
2 cloves garlic
3 T. lime juice
2 t. salt
¼ t. chili powder
¼ c. cilantro, chopped
¼ c. olive oil
Blend and pour over beans and veggies.