Corny!

Check out this oldie but a goodie post on the EZ Creamer Corn System for Shucking, Cutting and Creaming Fresh Corn!   Getting Corny

Be Corny!

Let's get corny! Spring has sprung and the growing season has begun! Here at Southern Garden Tools, we are getting calls from customers ordering our EZ Creamer Corn System-- and easy corn cutter that utilizes a drill to remove corn kernels easily-- whole kernel and cream-style. So what a more fitting time than to discuss the types of corn and just how this delicious barbecue staple is beneficial to its devouring fans!



The varieties of corn is nearly unlimited but they can be categorized into six basic types. While sweet corn is what lands on our plates for its sweet, low starch taste, dent corn-- named for the dimple present on the kernel-- accounts for 99% of US corn production. Bland and starchy compared sweet corn, it is used for feeding livestock, making corn syrup, and producing industrial products. Popcorn kernels are another popular corn type-- popping up in theaters and homes everywhere.

Besides being delicious, corn has many healthy benefits. Packed with dietary fiber and protein, this power food also packs a mineral punch with 32% of our daily magnesium requirements. Consumption of this golden goodie has health benefits including boosting your immune system and increasing bone strengths. So chomp these niblets!

Hope you enjoyed our quick primer on corn. Head on over to EZ Cream Corn Cutting System
to check out our corn cutting system that has the drill doing all the work for you!

Our Condolences

Condolences are in order to the family of John Thomas-- maker of the Thomas Corn System.  Mr. Thomas passed away in late 2015.  His family has decided to continue manufacturing the Thomas Corn System as it was a passion of John's.  We recently received a small shipment for those looking for this popular corn cutting system. 

Tis That Time of Year!

Hi out there loyal readership!  If you are a follower of our blog, apologies are in store.  We've neglected you!  However, we've been diligently working on our new website and enhancing our social media presence.  Sorry for leaving you alone for so long!  But what a more fitting time to re-connect than this dawn of Spring!  And with Spring, we have flowers blooming, plants planting and weather heating up.  It's not too early to think about harvesting those gardens and that is why I'm blogging today.  Our lead pea sheller technician aka expert aka Kerry has written a great piece about pea shellers.  If you are thinking of buying one or just want to know more about what the heck a pea sheller is, head over to his review and check it out. (Just click here).  If you have any questions or would like to further discuss pea shellers, don't hesitate to call us at 855-Sheller.  That's 855-743-5537.  We offer expert advice, fast shipping and superior products.  Have a great Spring and be sure to visit us again as we turn our focus to our neglected blog readers. Amy at 855Sheller

Mexican Corn Salad

 Mexican Corn Salad

 

Fresh corn is such a delightful treat. When I was looking for variety from the standard corn on the cob, corn off the cob, and creamed corn, I came across this refreshing recipe. Mexican Corn Salad is a great addition to any BBQ, taco night, or just as a different side item. I couldn't seem to get enough of this savory dish when I made it and I hope you love it too. Following recipe as found on the Schwans website.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups sweet corn kernels
• ½ cup diced red pepper
• ½ cup diced green pepper
• ½ cup diced red onion
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• 1 cup crushed chili cheese corn chips

Directions:

1. Combine corn, peppers, onions, mayo, and cheese.
2. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until chilled.
3. Stir in crushed chips right before serving.

I like to make this dish ahead and wait until I am ready to serve it before adding the corn chips. The crunch they provide is wonderful. When I make this dish, my Progressive Food Chopper gets quite the work out. It makes prep so simple and easy while saving me time. You can use canned corn if you prefer, I have in a pinch, but fresh corn really stands out in this dish. For my ears of corn I use my EZ Chopper board to cut the ends of the ear off before I husk it. I use a cute little de-silker brush to remove all the silk, and then use my Lee's Corn Cutter to remove all the kernels of corn. It sure beats using a knife to remove all of those kernels. A few swipes of the ear and it is clean of kernels. All of these items can be found on our website at www.lawn-gardening-tools.com or www.855sheller.com. I can't wait to hear what you think of this dish.

'Tis The Season To Be Corny!

More facts at http://www.corncorps.com/

We have calls pouring in from folks who are putting away their fresh corn and are searching for a more efficient way to get it done. We are so glad that we can help them save so much time. Whether they want to just make creamed corn for their family dinner, or store away bushels, we have just what they wanted. Now, I will share some of those item with you.

Family dinner with creamed corn is always welcomed at our home. I think it must be our favorite side dish ever. We use Lee's Corn Cutter on a regular basis. Ours has been passed down for a few generations and still works wonderfully. Invented in 1939 by J.B. Lee, this is a simple, effective design that has withstood the test of time. We husk and de-silk our corn then firmly run it over the steel blades and watch as the creamed corn and juices fall right into our pan. It is even adjustable for whole kernels. This is a must-have kitchen tool.

What if you want to make extra and put some away in the freezer? Kerry's Kernel Kutter Kit fits the bill. Think of it as kernel cutting, McGyver style. A powder-coated metal handle design with rivets holding the cutter in place makes a sturdy and durable tool. The Kernel Kit comes with a specially designed cob screw that is longer with deeper grooves to give a firm grip on your ear of corn. Place the cob screw in your power drill, screw it into your ear of corn, and pass it through the kernel cutter. It is simple as that. Small enough to fit in a kitchen drawer, but tough enough to speed through ears of corn. 

You might be thinking right now, "But you said bushels of corn...and fast!" Yes I did. These next 2 corn cutters are perfect just for that. First, is the EZ Creamer. It comes with 2 corn tubes and a husker tube as well. All you have to do is cut the ends off your corn, husks still on (We use an EZ Chopper to speed the process.), put the special cob screw into your corded drill, put the screw in the corn cob, and pass it through the tubes. Super, Super simple. One tube is designed for creamed corn and the other for whole kernels, so you can have it just the way you want it in a fraction of the time.

Lastly, for an All-in-One system, we have the Thomas Corn Cutting System. It is a "table" that you place over a large waste can. It cuts, husks, and creams the corn or gives whole kernels. Husks are already in the waste can for you, so clean up is simple. It really doesn't get any easier than that.

We offer all of these on our website 

www.BamaBots.com

Please go check them out and watch the video on each so you can see just how they work.