Is It Still Called Indian Corn

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Is Indian corn politically correct?

Today’s politically correct name is Ornamental Corn, but somehow Indian corn seems better. A friend who described himself as the Indian Corn Champ of Pennsylvania approached me this year. He has been breeding Indian corn since he was ten years old and actually put himself through college by growing Indian corn!

How is Indian corn different from sweet corn?

Unlike the typical niblets or corn on the cob that you serve at mealtime, Indian corn isn’t sweet. It’s also got a pretty starchy texture when it’s cooked. You could compare it to hominy, which is used to make grits. Indian corn can be ground to make flour, or the whole kernel can be reserved for popcorn.