Florida is the nation's major source of sweet corn during many months of the year, especially during the winter and early spring. Sweet corn is available year round in the grocery store. It can be frozen quite successfully and may also be canned. Corn is low in sodium and fat, high in carbohydrates and cholesterol free. Sweet corn should be cooled as quickly as possible to prevent the loss of sugar.
Fresh corn is best when used the same day it is picked.
If storing, refrigerate unhusked, in a plastic bag up to 2 days. When supply is plentiful, buy extra and freeze. When purchasing corn, look for ears with bright green, snugly fitting husks and moist, golden brown silks. Kernels should be tender, plump and milky, and come all the way to the ear s tip. Rows should be tightly spaced.