Some folks say you can skip the blanching if you’re going to use the corn within a month. They just wrap the raw cobs in foil and toss them in the freezer. Is it risky? Kind of. The texture won’t be award-winning, but it’s still edible for soups or chowders.
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Personally, I’d rather spend seven minutes blanching than gamble with sad corn. But hey, you do you. This is your kitchen adventure.