How Long Do You Boil Corn on the Cob

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    8 mins

  • Cool

    8 mins

  • Total Time

    13 mins

  • Servings

    8

  • Calories

    177 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

How Long Do You Boil Corn on the Cob

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This method for boiling corn on the cob involves simmering corn cobs in water enriched with salted butter and milk. Boiled for 8 to 10 minutes, the kernels cook to tender perfection, absorbing subtle richness from the butter and milk, resulting in soft, sweet corn that's simple to prepare as a side dish.

Description

To boil corn on the cob, a large pot is filled with water and heated until boiling, then a stick of salted butter and a cup of milk are added. After peeling and removing the husks from the corn cobs, they are placed into the boiling water mixture. Cooking for 8 to 10 minutes tenderizes the kernels while the butter and milk enhance the flavor and mouthfeel of the corn.

The gentle cooking method softens the kernels while preserving the natural sweetness of the corn. The addition of butter and milk creates a slight creaminess around the corn as it cooks, enriching the overall taste without overpowering the vegetable's natural flavor.

This recipe is straightforward and results in corn ready to serve as a side dish for a variety of meals, especially in summer or with grilled foods. Simply remove the corn carefully after cooking and enjoy plain or with additional seasoning.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 6-8 corn on the cob
  • 1 tick butter salted
  • 1 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Fill a large pot with water and heat on the stove on high heat.
  2. Once your water is warm add in a stick of butter and a cup of milk.
  3. Peel the husk off your corn and add the corn cobs to the water mixture once the water is boiling.
  4. Cook the corn cobs for 8-10 minutes, carefully remove the corn and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

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Calories 177kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 33mg (11%) Sodium 124mg (5%) Potassium 222mg (5%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 530IU (11%) Vitamin C 4.6mg (5%) Calcium 39mg (4%) Iron 0.3mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 177 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 177kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 33mg 11%
Sodium 124mg 5%
Potassium 222mg 5%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 530IU 11%
Vitamin C 4.6mg 5%
Calcium 39mg 4%
Iron 0.3mg 2%

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

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