Corn on the Cob - Various Cooking Methods

By melanieroe

Ingredients

• Corn on the cob
• Butter

Preparation

Step 1

GRILL OUT OF HUSKS
Remove husks from corn. Grill corn, covered, over medium heat for 15-20 min or until tender, turning and basting occasionally with butter.
Advantage: Smoky, charred kernels

GRILL IN HUSKS
1. Shuck - Peel back husks, but do not remove them.
2. De-silk - Pull the silk off with your fingers. To get stubborn pieces,run a clean damp rag up and down the cob.
3. Butter - Spread butter over the cob, then pull the husk back up over it and tie with kitchen string. Grill the corn, uncovered, over medium heat for 25-30 min, turning occasionally.
Advantage: Juicy, steamed kernels with a hint of grilled flavor.

ROAST
Place corn in a greased 13 x 9 in. baking dish. Brush each ear with 2 tablespoons melted butter. Cover and bake at 400 degrees for 30 min. Uncover; brush corn with desired amount of butter. Bake, uncovered, for 5-10 min or until tender.
Advantage: Sweet, caramelized kernels.

BOIL
Bring a large kettle of water to a boil; add corn. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 min or until corn is tender. Remove from water; serve with butter.
Advantage: Super quick and easy.