Golden Corn on Cob (Print View)
Sweet golden corn on the cob, tender and buttery, ideal as a classic summer side.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
→ Dairy
02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
→ Seasonings
03 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil over high heat.
02 - Add the corn cobs to the boiling water, cover and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the kernels are bright yellow and tender.
03 - Remove the corn from the pot using tongs and drain thoroughly.
04 - While still hot, spread 1 tablespoon of softened butter evenly over each ear of corn.
05 - Sprinkle the corn evenly with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It takes almost no effort but tastes like the best part of summer.
- The butter melts into every kernel, turning simple corn into something you crave all year.
02 -
- Fresh corn cooks fast, and leaving it in boiling water too long turns it starchy and tough.
- Softening the butter ahead of time makes all the difference, cold butter just slides off and pools on the plate.
03 -
- Add a teaspoon of sugar to the boiling water if your corn isn't super fresh, it helps bring back some sweetness.
- Don't salt the cooking water, it can toughen the kernels before they even finish cooking.