Description
Sweet, creamy corn on the cob is the quintessential summer side dish that brings joy to any meal. This simple recipe for boiling corn perfectly enhances its natural sweetness, making it a must-have for backyard BBQs, family gatherings, or cozy nights at home. With just a few ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a delectable treat that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or stands alone as a satisfying snack. The combination of milk, butter, and a hint of sweetness results in irresistibly tender corn that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ears of corn on the cob (shucked)
- 6 cups water
- 2 cups milk
- 8 tablespoons salted butter
- 1/4 cup honey or sugar
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
Instructions
- Clean each ear of corn by removing silk and rinsing under cold water.
- In a large pot, bring 6 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce heat and stir in milk, butter, honey/sugar, and salt until melted and combined.
- Add cleaned corn to the pot, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove corn from the pot and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg