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Corn on the Cob

Deliciously sweet and tender corn on the cob, perfect for summer barbecues or a simple side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 123
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Corn
  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob husked and cleaned
Butter
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted for serving
Salt
  • 1 teaspoon salt for boiling
Pepper
  • to taste black pepper

Method
 

Boiling Method
  1. Fill a large pot with water and add salt. Bring to a boil.
  2. Add the husked corn to the boiling water and cook for 7-10 minutes until tender.
  3. Remove the corn from the pot using tongs and let it drain.
  4. Serve hot with melted butter and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Grilling Method
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Place the husked corn directly on the grill and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally.
  3. Remove from the grill and let cool slightly before serving.
  4. Serve with melted butter and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 123kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 4gFat: 1gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 270mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For added flavor, try sprinkling with cheese or herbs after serving.

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