The Best Way to Cook Corn

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This is the best method for fresh cooking corn on the cob that results in perfectly sweet, tender and juicy corn that isn't tough or overcooked. The ideal weeknight side dish during corn season or any time of year!

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 2

Cook Time 3

Servings

Calories 129kcal

Author Liz Della Croce

Ingredients

4 ears sweet corn on the cob husked and silks removed
salt, pepper, butter or barbecue sauce optional toppings

Herb Butter (optional Topping)

2 tablespoons butter room temperature
¼ cup minced fresh herbs such as dill, basil or parsley
salt to taste

Instructions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil then add in husked corn cobs. Cook for 3 minutes total and remove from pot.
To make the herb butter, mix together the softened butter and fresh herbs in a small bowl along with a salt and pepper to taste. Spread over corn to serve. Alternatively, it's also delicious brushed simply with barbecue sauce.

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