Corn Preparation: Grilling, Nutritional Value & Health Tips

Sweet corn is a delicious staple, but it can trigger gallbladder attacks in sensitive individuals. Master the art of grilling corn without husks, roasting ears over a fire, and making homemade corn flour while preserving nutritional value.

Domestic corn flour arranged with maize cob

How to Make Corn Flour

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Natalie Smith

In the Southwestern United States, corn flour is known as "masa," or "dough" in Spanish. Masa is made from corn that has been soaked in lime water overnight, dried and then ground. This flour is useful for making corn tortillas, tamales, empanadas and other items in Latin cooking.