September 3, 2011

Corn on the Cob

I love corn on the cob... but boiled is not my favorite. Here's two alternate ways to cook it and some serving suggestions.

Option #1:
Soak the corn in husks in cold water for 15-20 minutes. Keep corn in husks but tear off any loose pieces of husk that might catch fire. Grill in husks until husks start to brown and are completely dry and corn looks opaque. Allow corn to cool then husk and serve.

Option #2: (or, what to do if you don't have a grill)
Soak the corn in husks in old water for 15-20 minutes. Bake at 325 in husks for approximately 20-25 minutes until husks start to turn brown and are completely dry and corn looks opaque. Allow corn to cool then husk and serve.

You can enjoy your corn plain, or with butter and salt and pepper. Or you could try one of the delicious options below:
- Smother corn with pesto and season with sea salt.
- Combine 2 teaspoons chili powder with 1 teaspoon of cumin and 1 teaspoon of coriander. Brush corn with olive oil and sprinkle with spices.
- Brush corn with olive oil. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon fresh thyme. Season with sea salt and fresh ground pepper.
- Combine 1 tablespoon finely grated lime zest and 2 teaspoons sea salt. Brush corn with olive oil and then sprinkle with zest mixture.

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