We love cooking with fresh corn in the summer, but this husked veggie can be a bit hard to read. Unlike bell peppers, tomatoes, and zucchini, corn requires a bit more inspection to ensure you're buying it at its best.
No worries, we've compiled a list of signs that you've got the cream of the crop – and signs that you've got a flop. Keep an eye out for these tell-tale signs of fresh, ready-to-eat corn:
| LOVE IT | LEAVE IT |
| Bright green, tightly wrapped husk | Small, brown holes or loose husk (this could be a sign of insects) |
| Sticky, light brown threads | Dry, black threads (these are past their prime) |
| Plump, full kernels | Dry or missing kernels (squeeze husked cobs to determine this one) |
| Milky, pale yellow kernels | Dark brown or slimy kernels (this is the first sign of molding) |
| Fresh, sweet aroma | Funky aroma (more prominent with the husk intact) |
