Corn on the Cob: Discover Delicious Recipes Today!
Corn on the Cob is a popular summer dish that showcases the sweet and juicy kernels of fresh corn, often enjoyed at barbecues and picnics.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling or Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of fresh corn
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- Salt to taste
- Optional toppings: pepper, cheese, lime juice
Instructions
- Start by husking the corn and removing all the silk.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- Add the corn to the boiling water and cook for 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the corn from the water and let it cool slightly.
- Spread butter over the corn and sprinkle with salt and any optional toppings.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a smoky flavor, try grilling the corn instead of boiling.
- Fresh corn is best, but frozen corn can be used in a pinch.
- Experiment with different toppings to find your favorite combination.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 77
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg