corn on the cob

A large grain plant (*Zea mays*) primarily consumed as a sweet vegetable when picked young (sweet corn). Its kernels are packed with natural sugars that immediately begin converting to complex starches upon harvesting, which is why fresh, seasonal corn has an unparalleled, milky sweetness. **Selection & Storage:** Look for husks that are bright green and tightly wrapped, with pale, slightly sticky silk. Eat as soon as possible after purchasing, storing unhusked in the refrigerator in the meantime.