Corn Stock
4
cups
n/a
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Ingredients
Directions
Ingredients
5-6
corn cobs (kernels removed)
1 tsp
peppercorns
1
bay leaf
Corn stock is an easy way to bring a natural, summery sweetness to the base of your grits, grains, and even curries.
Directions
- Lay corn cobs flat in a large pot with bay leaf and peppercorns and cover with water. (The cobs will float slightly, but 8-10 cups will give them enough coverage.)
- Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, give the cobs a stir and lower the heat. Simmer the cobs for 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on how much time you have, but no longer than 1½ hours.
- Strain the broth and store in the refrigerator for one week or freeze for up to 6 months. Freezing stock in quart- or pint-size resealable bags makes for easy storage because they can lay flat in your freezer, but also keeps the stock separated into the amount that you’d typically need for a recipe.
Ashley Goldsmith
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