When I was growing up, there was a corn field at the end of the block where we played. I remember seeing corn smut growing out of the ears and running away in terror, as it it was something that might be catching
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Another midwesterner weighing in here...yes, corn smut is SO gross..um..does anyone know if it is the same stuff as they serve in Mexico...And, could anyone describe what it tastes like? mushrooms? I'll try anything once!