Is there a better way to cut blanched corn kernels off the cob?

nickel plate · July 31, 2017

How do you cut blanched corn kernels off of the cob? I'm new to the process and just did eighty+ ears freezer bagged. Standing the cobs on end, I tried two different types of knives, a standard blade and a serrated blade-both very sharp. The serrated blade seemed to work better but in both cases the cuts were somewhat erratic at times leaving the partial kernel bases still on the cob.
Do I need to learn the correct way to use the knife or is there another recommended type of mechanical device that I need to know about and purchase?
My next larger patch of corn is due to come off in two weeks.
Thanks for your suggestions in advance.

July 31, 2017	#1
nickel plate Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: California Posts: 24	Is there a better way to cut blanched corn kernels off the cob? How do you cut blanched corn kernels off of the cob? I'm new to the process and just did eighty+ ears freezer bagged. Standing the cobs on end, I tried two different types of knives, a standard blade and a serrated blade-both very sharp. The serrated blade seemed to work better but in both cases the cuts were somewhat erratic at times leaving the partial kernel bases still on the cob. Do I need to learn the correct way to use the knife or is there another recommended type of mechanical device that I need to know about and purchase? My next larger patch of corn is due to come off in two weeks. Thanks for your suggestions in advance.