Sweet Juicy Corn on the Cob (Printable)

Sweet, tender corn served with butter and salt. Ready in 15 minutes for a perfect summer side.

# What You'll Need:

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01 - 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked

→ For Serving

02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 1 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
02 - Add the husked corn ears to the boiling water. Cook for 5–7 minutes, until the kernels are tender and bright yellow. Alternatively, preheat a grill to medium-high heat, brush the corn lightly with oil, and grill for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until slightly charred and cooked through.
03 - Remove the corn from the pot or grill using tongs and pat dry if needed.
04 - Immediately spread butter over each ear while hot, and sprinkle with salt to taste. Serve warm.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • It takes fifteen minutes from start to finish, making it the perfect emergency side dish for surprise guests
  • The natural sweetness of fresh corn shines through with just two ingredients standing in its way
02 -
  • Overcooking corn turns those precious sugars into starch, so set your timer and check a kernel with a fork after five minutes
  • Corn starts losing sweetness the moment it's picked, so try to cook it the same day you buy it
03 -
  • Pull back the husks just enough to check the kernels without removing them completely, then rehusk until you're ready to cook
  • A pat of butter inside the husk before grilling melts into the corn as it cooks
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