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Can't I just let the kernels stay on the cob and stalk until it dries naturally and then use it for popcorn? Do I have to blanch and dehydrate for a reason?

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You can do that. I just hung mine up to dry and stripped off the corn with my thumbs once it was very dry.

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Does it make for good corn-on-the-cob?

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Glass gem corn is a flint corn. This makes it good for making popcorn or cornmeal, but not so great for eating off of the cob.

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How long should I let Glass Gem corn dry before I can use it?

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You should let Glass Gem corn dry on the stalk until the husks turn brown and papery and the kernels are hard and glossy, typically 90-120 days after planting. If harvested earlier, allow the ears to dry indoors in a warm, well-ventilated space for another 4-8 weeks until the kernels are completely hard. At this point, it is ready for popping, grinding into cornmeal, or decoration.

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What can I do with cornmeal, and does it need to be cooked in a specific way to be edible?

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Yes, cornmeal typically needs to be cooked to be edible. You can use it to make dishes like porridge, polenta, or cornbread, or as a coating for frying. Always follow a recipe for proper water or milk ratios and cooking times.

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Is cornflour made from Glass Gem corn colored?

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No, cornflour is usually pale or white, even if it comes from colored corn like Glass Gem. The vibrant colors mostly stay in the hull and germ, not in the finely ground flour.

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