Corn on the Cob

Name: Corn on the Cob
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 ears of corn, husked and silk removed; 8 cups water; 2 tsp salt, for cooking water; 2 tbsp butter, softened; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 1 tbsp fresh herbs, chopped (cilantro, chives, or cilantro)

Sweet corn boiled or grilled and served with butter and salt. A classic and simple side dish.

15 minEasyServes 4120 cal/serving

AmericanSideStovetopVegetarianLow CarbHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-Free

Ingredients

4 ears of corn, husked and silk removed
8 cups water
2 tsp salt, for cooking water
2 tbsp butter, softened
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
1 tbsp fresh herbs, chopped (cilantro, chives, or cilantro)

Instructions

1

Fill a large pot with enough 8 cups water to fully cover the corn. Add 2 tsp for cooking water salt to the water.
2

Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
3

While the water is heating, prepare 4 ears of corn by removing the husks and silk. Rinse the ears under cold water to remove any remaining silk strands.
4

Once the water is boiling, carefully add the corn ears to the pot using tongs.
5

Return to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-high and cook uncovered for 5-7 minutes until the corn is tender but still crisp. Don't overcook or the corn will become mushy.
6

Using tongs, carefully remove the corn from the water and place on a serving platter.
7

While the corn is still hot, spread 2 tbsp softened butter over each ear, rotating to coat all sides. The heat from the corn will melt the butter.
8

Season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper to taste.
9

For added flavor, sprinkle with 1 tbsp chopped (cilantro, chives, or cilantro) fresh herbs.
10

Serve immediately while hot. Provide additional butter and salt at the table for guests to add according to their preference.

Questions

Can I make Corn on the Cob dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 2 tbsp butter, softened. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How long does Corn on the Cob keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Corn on the Cob?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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