Corn takes on myriad configurations, from the classic corn on the cob to popcorn to more processed options including corn flour and corn syrup. How, then, do you classify such a versatile food?

We know through name alone that popcorn comes from corn, but not just any kernel will pop into the crunchy snack we know and ...

Popcorn and sweet corn are popular varieties, but refined corn products are also widely consumed, frequently as ingredients in processed food. These include tortillas, tortilla chips, polenta ...

If, like my boyfriend, the notion of incredibly crunchy, lightly buttered, but not greasy popcorn appeals to you, I highly recommend popping your corn in ghee or clarified butter (the two are ...

The new mix includes hamburger-flavored candy corn, as well as fruit punch, vanilla ice cream and even popcorn-flavored candy corn mixed with the meaty flavors. The candy corn maker is pitching ...

Luckily, corn – also called maize – has some hard parts, such as the kernel shell. They’re the bits at the bottom of the popcorn bowl that get caught in your teeth. And since you have to ...

Dried corn kernels are readily available from most supermarkets. Commercially-produced ready-to-cook popcorn kernels are also available, sealed in bags that you just put in the microwave.

Initially, when I researched other recipes for peanut butter popcorn I kept seeing a thick, sticky, caramel-like coating. Some recipes used corn syrup or honey to create a sweet coating.