Deardorff Sweetcorn

09/06/2025

Tomorrow is the last day we will pick & deliver fresh sweetcorn to Des Moines area grocery stores. Thank you for your support. See you next year.🌽

08/29/2025

Unfortunately, it’s that time of year again to say - See you next summer for The Shack in Adel!
Tomorrow August 30th will be our last day at The Shack in Adel for the 2025 Sweetcorn season!
Once again we would like to THANK YOU all, for your continued support and loyalty year after year! We are beyond grateful and appreciate each of you! 🌽

The other locations and stores will continue to sell for a couple more weeks.
🌽🌽For the Sweetcorn Shack in Adel, IA - ONLY!!! 🌽🌽

08/28/2025

Now is a great time to freeze Deardorff Sweetcorn. The more you freeze now, the more you can enjoy Deardorff Sweetcorn all winter long!

How to Freeze Corn on the Cob

Step 1: Shuck the corn.
Remove the husks and silks from the corn, then snap off any long ends for easier storage.
Step 2: Blanch the corn.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add the corn on the cob and cook two to three minutes. Remove the ears from the water, then submerge them in a bowl filled with ice water to shock them, or to stop them from cooking.
Step 3: Drain and let cool.
Lay the corn on the cob out on a paper towel–lined baking sheet to drain. It is important that your corn is dry and cooled before you freeze it so ice crystals don't form, which might make the corn soggy when you reheat it later. You can place the baking sheet in the fridge for about 30 minutes to speed up the cooling process or just let the corn cool to room temperature on the counter if you have the time.
Step 4: Wrap and freeze.
Tightly wrap the cooled corn on the cob individually in plastic wrap and place in a resealable plastic freezer bag. Be sure to squeeze out any air before sealing, then store the bags of corn in the freezer.

How to Freeze Corn Kernels

While it might sound easier to freeze uncooked corn on the cob, it's not recommended. The process of boiling and blanching the corn first is the absolute best way to prepare your corn for the freezer. That's because this method will preserve the bright color and sweet flavor. It only takes a couple of minutes, but the extra steps will prevent the corn from becoming chewy or mushy when you defrost it.
If you want to freeze corn kernels instead, the same recommendation for cooking the corn first applies. Simply follow steps 1 to 3 above, then cut the corn off the cob and place the kernels in a resealable plastic freezer bag.

How Long Does Frozen Corn on the Cob Last?

The best part about freezing corn on the cob is that it will last about six to nine months in the freezer, so you won't have to be without fresh corn for long. You can label your storage bags with the date before freezing. When you're ready to use it, just give the corn a quick boil for a few minutes to heat it through.

Courtesy of The Pioneer Woman

08/21/2025

PSA - We have BIG Tomatoes from NE IA back!! Come and get them before they’re gone!! While you’re here grab some Sweetcorn for freezing! 🌽🌽

07/02/2025

Sweet Corn stand locations:

1) Corn Shack
705 Ferry St, Adel
North of Lincoln Savings Bank

2) Joocy Froot
980 73rd St, Windsor Heights

3) Mercy North, parking lot on 1st St, Ankeny

4) Grinnell State Bank parking lot,
5601 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston

5) Sweet Corn & More-
Time To Shine Car Wash
301 Sandpiper Ct,
Polk City

6) Britt’s Farm Market
312 Pine St, Auburn

7) HWY 7 Mkt
1118 1st Ave, Manson

Corn will be available at these stands mid/late morning on July 4th. 🇺🇸 🌽

07/02/2025

Hello sweet corn fans! It’s true, our sweet corn is coming soon to a stand/store near you! Our sweet corn will be available at the roadside stands mid/late morning Friday, July 4th! Then mid/late morning on Monday, July 7th, you’ll be able to purchase sweet corn in your local grocery stores. 🌽

07/02/2025

09/08/2024

Today is the last day of our 2024 sweetcorn season. Thank you for always supporting us. We’ll see you next summer.🌽

08/29/2024

The Shack in Adel - last day for the 2024 season will be this Saturday, August 31st! 🌽🌽🌽

Where did Summer go? Does anyone else feel like it zipped by exceptionally fast this year?
I have mixed emotions about this time of year. I’m NEVER ready to see summer end 🥺BUT excited for all things Fall. 🏈🍁

Once again we would like to thank all of you for your continued support and dedication!! You truly are the BEST! Thank you!! 🌽See you next Summer!

*Edit - The stores will continue to have corn for a couple more weeks. 🌽

08/17/2024

It’s “almost” Fall Y’all and we’ve got amazing looking Mums. Stop by The Shack in Adel, IA today to get yours!!

07/12/2024

We are excited to announce that we will be selling freeze dried treats made fresh by Panther Creek Treats

07/10/2024

Deardorff Sweetcorn is here!! 🎉 Grab yours today—12 ears for just $7.99! 🌽