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06/18/2024 10:53:25 PM · #1 |
Okay, so I picked "General Discussion" for this thread as it isn't photography related . . . or is it?? You be the judge . . .
A few years back I discovered the magic of microwaving corn on the cob in the husk. We love it and I've been a total convert ever since. Since I live in Nebraska, pretty much the sweet corn capital of the world, we enjoy this treat once or twice weekly for several months of the summer. BUT every year I forget how long to cook it. So I do a quick check on line for guidance and put 'er in. Tonight was inaugural night for sweet corn 2024. I did my usual Google search, and this is the "AI Overview" that turned up:
"You should microwave two ears of corn in the husk on high for 3 minutes, but you can check them every 30 seconds after that to avoid overcooking. The exact time may depend on the size of the ears and the power of your microwave. If you want softer corn or larger ears, you can microwave for an extra minute." Sort of a loaves and fishes kind of thing . . .
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06/18/2024 11:26:41 PM · #2 |
| I am going to have to try microwave corn in the husk. I use AI pretty much on a daily basis to answer questions like this. I like getting an answer to my question rather than having to getting a bunch of links to pages I can scan for an answer. |
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06/19/2024 06:31:46 AM · #3 |
Originally posted by markwiley:
I am going to have to try microwave corn in the husk. I use AI pretty much on a daily basis to answer questions like this. I like getting an answer to my question rather than having to getting a bunch of links to pages I can scan for an answer. |
I trust looking at the links more. Shocker, I know ... |
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06/19/2024 07:34:05 AM · #4 |
Originally posted by glad2badad:
Originally posted by markwiley:
I am going to have to try microwave corn in the husk. I use AI pretty much on a daily basis to answer questions like this. I like getting an answer to my question rather than having to getting a bunch of links to pages I can scan for an answer. |
I trust looking at the links more. Shocker, I know ... |
It is true that AI can provide incorrect information, but so can following a suggested link. If the question is critical, more research is recommended. |
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06/19/2024 08:03:21 AM · #5 |
Originally posted by markwiley:
Originally posted by glad2badad:
Originally posted by markwiley:
I am going to have to try microwave corn in the husk. I use AI pretty much on a daily basis to answer questions like this. I like getting an answer to my question rather than having to getting a bunch of links to pages I can scan for an answer. |
I trust looking at the links more. Shocker, I know ... |
It is true that AI can provide incorrect information, but so can following a suggested link. If the question is critical, more research is recommended. |
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06/19/2024 09:55:46 AM · #6 |
Originally posted by nam:
If you want softer corn or larger ears, you can microwave for an extra minute |
I microwaved for 5 minutes and now my hats no longer fit. |
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06/19/2024 10:43:16 AM · #7 |
Originally posted by posthumous:
Originally posted by nam:
If you want softer corn or larger ears, you can microwave for an extra minute |
I microwaved for 5 minutes and now my hats no longer fit. |
This was my husband's response, only not as cleverly stated. "My ears are just fine, thank you". Since we never seem to have quite enough corn when I fix it, I was simply thrilled to know that I could maybe eke out an extra serving or two by cooking a little longer :) |
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06/19/2024 11:40:34 AM · #8 |
Originally posted by nam:
Originally posted by posthumous:
Originally posted by nam:
If you want softer corn or larger ears, you can microwave for an extra minute |
I microwaved for 5 minutes and now my hats no longer fit. |
This was my husband's response, only not as cleverly stated. "My ears are just fine, thank you". Since we never seem to have quite enough corn when I fix it, I was simply thrilled to know that I could maybe eke out an extra serving or two by cooking a little longer :) |
keep in mind they're trying to integrate AI into healthcare, so just imagine what that will be like. |
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06/19/2024 01:36:34 PM · #9 |
| I saw this a day too late, as I just boiled up some corm ... but I love the idea (and corn -- we get some grown only 30 or so miles away), so could the OP please pose the "right" answer? :-) |
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06/19/2024 03:34:19 PM · #10 |
Originally posted by GeneralE:
. . . so could the OP please pose the "right" answer? :-) |
I cooked 2 ears for 4 minutes at full power and they were just right. You just stick them in - completely in the husks. When they are done, handle them with a potholder :) Take them out and cut the handle end off - cut up to where the full rows of corn begin, if you know what I mean. Now you can usually push the ear out of the husks by grabbing the silk end and squeezing. Sometimes I need to peel back a little from the handle end and give the ear a tug to get it started. Anyway, if you squeeze it out, the silks will stay in the husks and that can be discarded. Obviously you will need plastic or metal "handles" for either end. Another nice thing about doing it this way is that the ears will stay nice and hot in the husk for several minutes, so you can wait to squeeze the ears out until the very last minute while you finish other meal preparations. Since there are only two of us and it takes only 4 minutes to cook them, if we want two ears apiece, I just pop the second ones into the microwave when we sit down and they are ready for us when we are ready for them.
Add a minute or two per ear for more corn. If you read around on the internet, you will see why AI was confused . . . everyone seems to have his or her own idea. Here's a nice little "in the middle" explanation.
https://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/the_easiest_way_to_microwave_corn_on_the_cob/ |
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06/19/2024 03:52:31 PM · #11 |
| Excellent -- thanks! I have a puny/weak microwave so it may take a little longer but this is a good baseline. I usually shuck the corn from the top in a couple of clumps which takes most of the silk with it, but the slipping-out technique sounds like it might be better for cooked ears. |
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06/19/2024 04:51:44 PM · #12 |
Originally posted by GeneralE:
Excellent -- thanks! I have a puny/weak microwave so it may take a little longer but this is a good baseline. I usually shuck the corn from the top in a couple of clumps which takes most of the silk with it, but the slipping-out technique sounds like it might be better for cooked ears. |
This works great for fresh picked - I try to cook it within 2-3 days of purchase. Try one ear at 4 minutes and see what you think. |
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06/19/2024 11:02:37 PM · #13 |
FWIW, the utterly foolproof way to cook corn on the cob is: put it in a large pot of cold water, bring the water to a boil, turn the heat off and cover it with a lid, and wait 5 minutes or, basically, as long as you like: within a range of 5-30 minutes the corn will hold beautifully. So you can get that done and get on with more complicated, time-sensitive tasks without worrying about overcooking or last-minute shucking of corn. Also I cook soaked corn, in the husk, on the grill, anytime I'm grilling. That works great. I used to peel the husk back and coat the corn with seasoned butter or olive oil then re-cover it, but haven't done so lately.
I've tried microwaving and didn't feel like that method produced the same crispy-sweet texture. But we still do it sometimes 'cuz it's easy and quick.
None of the above has anything to do with AI :-)
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06/19/2024 11:14:37 PM · #14 |
Originally posted by Bear_Music:
. . . I've tried microwaving and didn't feel like that method produced the same crispy-sweet texture. But we still do it sometimes 'cuz it's easy and quick.
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Maybe you cooked it too long? We feel exactly the opposite - the crispy sweet is what we like best about doing it this way. |
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06/20/2024 03:10:59 AM · #15 |
Originally posted by posthumous:
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keep in mind they're trying to integrate AI into healthcare, so just imagine what that will be like. |
I am all for it as long as a very good neurosurgeon reviews AI suggestions. I still have not had my brain surgery which was delayed by pandemia. I found out that there is a neurosurgeon at the University Hospital in Geneva who uses a "digital twin" and AI to analyze best strategies for a surgery in order to minimize potential damage.
The databases used by AI are infinitely larger than a human mind can store, and quite a few neurosurgeons follow their routines, not necessarily the best for specific patients. I might go and see him soon.
PS In general I use my AI assistant a lot (ChatGPT), saves me time especially for questions about DaVinci Resolve. I caught it few times talking rubbish, it apologized and corrected the answer ;) |
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