Boil Corn on the Cob

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5

28 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    12 mins

  • Servings

    8

  • Calories

    198 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Boil Corn on the Cob

This Boil Corn on the Cob recipe cooks husked ears of corn in a broth of water, salted butter, and whole milk, yielding tender, flavorful corn. The addition of butter and milk in the boiling water enriches the corn’s natural sweetness and tenderness. It’s a straightforward method for consistently soft, juicy corn on the cob ready to be seasoned and served immediately.

Description

To make Boil Corn on the Cob, husked and cleaned ears of corn are boiled in a large pot of water combined with salted butter and whole milk. This simmering liquid mixture gently infuses the corn kernels as they cook, ensuring a creamy texture and enhanced sweetness. Boiling for about 10 minutes softens the kernels evenly without making them mushy. Once cooked, the corn is drained and can be finished with additional butter or preferred seasonings.

This preparation suits summer cookouts, casual dinners, or as a side to grilled or roasted meats. Since the corn is cooked in the enriched boiling liquid, it gains subtle additional flavor beyond plain boiling.

If using unsalted butter, adding kosher salt to the boiling water balances seasoning. Serve the corn while hot for optimal tenderness and flavor.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1/2 cup butter salted
  • 1 cup milk whole
  • 8 ears of corn on the cob , husked and cleaned

Instructions

  1. Fill a large stock pot or Dutch oven 3/4 of the way with water. Bring to a low boil.
  2. Add salted butter and whole milk and bring to a low boil.
  3. Add corn and boil for 10 minutes.
  4. Remove, tapping to get off excess water, and place on a serving tray.
  5. Add desired corn seasoning or butter and serve immediately.
  6. If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was!

Notes

  • If unsalted butter is used, add 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt to the boiling water to enhance flavor.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 198kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 34mg (11%) Sodium 128mg (5%) Potassium 283mg (6%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 570IU (11%) Vitamin C 6.1mg (7%) Calcium 40mg (4%) Iron 0.5mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 198 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 198kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 34mg 11%
Sodium 128mg 5%
Potassium 283mg 6%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 570IU 11%
Vitamin C 6.1mg 7%
Calcium 40mg 4%
Iron 0.5mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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