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How to Cook Corn on the Cob?
Amy

How to Cook Corn on the Cob

There’s nothing quite like the sweet, buttery flavor of perfectly cooked corn on the cob, especially when it’s ready in just 8 minutes. With only 5 minutes of prep and 3 minutes of cooking, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 ears fresh corn, husked
  • olive oil, butter, lemon, salt & pepper, for serving
Basil Butter Corn on the Cob variation
  • 1/2 cup butter or vegan butter, at room temp
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil
  • 1/2 clove garlic
  • pinch of red pepper flakes
  • sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Mexican Corn on the Cob variation
  • adobo sauce from a can of chipotles in adobo
  • crumbled cotija cheese
  • chopped cilantro

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, bring 1 inch of water to a boil and add the corn in a single layer. When the water returns to a boil, reduce heat, cover and cook until hot, about 3 minutes. Drain.
  2. Season with olive oil or butter, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, as desired.
  3. Basil Butter Corn on the Cob: Blend softened butter with basil, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Slather it on corn with a squeeze of lemon.
  4. Mexican Corn on the Cob: Brush the corn with adobo sauce and top with cotija cheese and cilantro.
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