Freezer Corn
Capture the essence of summer with this simple and versatile freezer corn recipe, perfect for preserving the sweet, golden flavor of fresh corn on the cob all year long! With just four pantry staples—fresh corn, water, sugar, and salt—you can effortlessly prepare a batch of ready-to-use corn in under an hour. The recipe combines an easy stovetop cooking method with practical freezer storage tips, making it ideal for meal prep enthusiasts and home cooks looking to save time without sacrificing quality. Whether you’re adding a pop of vibrant, sweet corn to soups, casseroles, or side dishes, this freezer-friendly recipe ensures you always have a taste of the season at your fingertips. Say goodbye to bland, store-bought frozen corn and hello to homemade goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ears Fresh corn on the cob
- 16 cups Water
- 1 cup Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Salt
Instructions
Shuck the corn by removing the husks and silks. Rinse the ears under running water to ensure they are clean.
Using a sharp knife, carefully cut the kernels off the cobs. Hold the cob upright in a large bowl to minimize mess and cut downward, keeping the blade close to the cob.
In a large pot, combine the water, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar and salt completely.
Add the corn kernels to the boiling mixture. Stir well and allow the corn to cook for 5 minutes once it has returned to a boil.
Remove the pot from heat and let the mixture cool for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to release heat.
Using a ladle, portion the cooled corn and liquid into freezer-safe bags or containers, leaving about 1 inch of headspace to allow for expansion during freezing.
Seal the bags or containers, ensuring no air remains inside to prevent freezer burn. Label with the date for easy reference.
Lay the bags flat in a single layer in the freezer for efficient freezing. Once frozen, they can be stacked to save space.
To use, thaw the corn in the refrigerator or warm it directly from frozen in your desired recipe.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1726 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.8 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 14457 mg | 629% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 404.4 g | 147% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.0 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 276.4 g | ||
| Protein | 34.8 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 256 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2920 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
