Crazy Easy Corn on the Cob
Get ready to savor summer’s simplest pleasure with our *Crazy Easy Corn on the Cob* recipe! Perfectly tender and irresistibly flavorful, this foolproof method takes just 15 minutes from pot to plate. Boiled to juicy perfection and slathered in rich, melted butter, each golden ear is seasoned with a sprinkle of salt and optional black pepper for a classic yet customizable flavor. With only a handful of ingredients—fresh corn, butter, and pantry staples—this recipe transforms ordinary corn into a buttery side dish ideal for barbecues, weeknight dinners, or lazy weekends. Whether you're a kitchen novice or a seasoned pro, this no-fuss corn on the cob is guaranteed to impress while keeping prep and cleanup minimal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ears Fresh corn on the cob
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (optional)
- 8 cups Water
Instructions
1. Fill a large pot with 8 cups of water and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat.
2. While the water is heating, shuck the corn by removing the husks and silk strands. Rinse the ears under cold water to remove any remaining silk.
3. Once the water is boiling, carefully place the ears of corn into the pot using tongs.
4. Reduce the heat to medium-high and cover the pot with a lid. Let the corn cook for 7-10 minutes, depending on your preferred level of tenderness.
5. While the corn is cooking, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat, or microwave it in a heat-safe bowl for 20-30 seconds until fully liquefied.
6. Carefully remove the corn from the pot using tongs and set it on a serving plate. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel if needed.
7. Brush or drizzle the melted butter evenly over each ear of corn.
8. Sprinkle salt and, if desired, black pepper over the buttered corn for added flavor.
9. Serve immediately and enjoy your Crazy Easy Corn on the Cob!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
719 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.5 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.8 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 2486 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.3 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 12.1 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1005 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
