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husk
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husk1
the external green or membranous covering of certain fruits and seeds

husk2
bronchitis in cattle, sheep, and goats, usually caused by lungworm infestation

husk [həsk]
(botany)
The outer coat of certain seeds, particularly if it is a dry, membranous structure.


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Soak the corn husks in hot water for about 30 minutes or until the corn husks are soft.
Treasures in the trash pile Corn husks If you harvest corn to put up, save the cornhusks instead of tossing them in the compost.
YAM TAMALES (Makes 30-40 tamales) 6 cups masa 2 teaspoons salt 5 cups warm water, approximately 30-40 corn husks 2 cups baked yam puree 1/4 pound Monterey jack cheese 4 poblano chiles, roasted, peeled and seeded Red Chile Sauce for serving (recipe follows) In a large bowl, mix masa, salt and water, adding just enough water to form a wet masa mixture.
 
 
 
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