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Boiled Corn on the Cob

Irresistibly Juicy Boiled Corn on the Cob You’ll Love

Enjoy the sweetness of summer with this Boiled Corn on the Cob recipe, enhanced by a buttery milk bath and fresh herbs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cobs
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 43
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Corn
  • 4 ears Sweet Corn Fresh corn on the cob
  • 4-6 cups Water For boiling
For the Cooking Liquid
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Or substitute with vegan butter
  • 1-2 teaspoons Kosher Salt Or sea salt/table salt as alternatives
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar Optional for sweetness
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can substitute with non-dairy milk
  • several sprigs Fresh Thyme For infusion
For Serving
  • 4 tablespoons Softened Butter For spreading
  • 1/2 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Optional
  • to taste Chopped Herbs For garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by shucking the sweet corn, removing all husks and silks. Rinse the corn under cool water.
  2. In a large pot, combine water, minced garlic, unsalted butter, fresh thyme, kosher salt, and granulated sugar. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  3. Stir in the whole milk. Carefully add the corn pieces and ensure they are submerged.
  4. Cook the corn for 8-10 minutes, rotating every few minutes for even cooking.
  5. Once cooked, use tongs to remove the corn and allow excess liquid to drain. Serve with butter, Parmesan, and herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cobCalories: 43kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, always use the freshest sweet corn available and serve immediately after cooking for best flavor and texture.

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