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Ingredient Of The Day: Corn Smut

Ingredient Of The Day: Corn Smut

Corn Smut, aka Huitlacoche, Corn Truffle, Maize Mushroom, is a fungus that grows on fresh corn after the rains. It has a musty-smoky-sweet flavor and it is considered a delicacy. Use it in Risotto, sauce, soup, stew, and Mexican dishes.

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