INGREDIENTS: 6 large ears corn, husked and cleaned 4 large plum tomatoes, diced 1 small red onion, diced 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup fresh chopped basil METHOD: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook corn in boiling...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 cup boiling water 1 cup yellow cornmeal 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon soda 1 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup fresh corn kernels 1 large egg, lightly beaten 2 tablespoons melted cooled unsalted butter, plus additional butter METHOD: Bring 1 cup of water to...Read More

This zippy salsa is great with corn chips or as a topping for grilled chicken. It can also be used as a vegetarian taco filling. INGREDIENTS: 2 ears corn on the cob, husks, and silk removed 2 tomatoes, chopped 2 avocados, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes 1/2 bunch cilantro, stems removed and leaves chopped...Read More

This creamy salsa is full of summer flavor and a nice change from the usual tomato salsa. Serve with tortilla chips or as a relish with your favorite Mexican food. INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups fresh corn (kernels cut off the cob) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed 1...Read More

Tangy pickled beets are always a welcome treat with a meal or served on a salad. INGREDIENTS: 8 medium fresh beets 1 cup vinegar 1/2 cup sugar 1-1/2 teaspoons whole cloves 1-1/2 teaspoons whole allspice 1/2 teaspoon salt METHOD: Scrub beets and trim tops to 1 inch. Place beets in a large saucepan. Add water...Read More