Where does this name come from?

I have spent many sleepless nights pondering the same question. - Ok not really, but I bought some corned beef recently an d wondered the same thing. I never thought to research it until you prompted the question here. This is what I found from zimbio.com "Corned beef is beef that is first pickled in brine and then cooked by simmering. Usually, cuts of meat are used that feature long muscle grain, such as the brisket. The name "corned beef" is due to a coarse salt used in the pickling process. Corn originally meant grain, as in a small particle of something, and referred to the corns of salt." WOW now I can finally sleep knowing this pressing question has been answered. Welcome to mylot, I hope you enjoy it here as much as the rest (most) of us do.