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== Culinary Uses == | == Culinary Uses == | ||
*Corn is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, both sweet and savory. Some popular culinary uses of corn include: | *Corn is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, both sweet and savory. Some popular culinary uses of corn include: | ||
*[[Tortillas and tamales]]: Cornmeal is used to make traditional Mexican foods such as tortillas and tamales. | *[[Tortillas and tamales]]: Cornmeal is used to make traditional [[Mexican foods]] such as tortillas and tamales. | ||
*[[Cornbread]]: Cornmeal is also used to make cornbread, a Southern US staple. | *[[Cornbread]]: Cornmeal is also used to make cornbread, a [[Southern US staple]]. | ||
*[[Popcorn]]: Popcorn is made by heating corn kernels until they pop. | *[[Popcorn]]: Popcorn is made by heating corn [[kernels]] until they pop. | ||
*[[Corn on the cob]]: Fresh corn on the cob is a popular summer treat that is often boiled or grilled. | *[[Corn on the cob]]: Fresh corn on the cob is a popular summer treat that is often [[boiled or grilled]]. | ||
*[[Corn chowder]]: Corn is a common ingredient in soups and stews, including the popular corn chowder. | *[[Corn chowder]]: Corn is a common ingredient in [[soups and stews]], including the popular corn chowder. | ||
*[[Corn flakes]]: Corn flakes are a popular breakfast cereal made from corn. | *[[Corn flakes]]: Corn flakes are a popular breakfast cereal made from corn. | ||
*[[Corn syrup]]: Corn syrup is used as a sweetener in many processed foods. | *[[Corn syrup]]: Corn syrup is used as a sweetener in many processed foods. |