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How to Boil Corn on the Cob

Name: How to Boil Corn on the Cob
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 to 8 ears fresh sweet corn (husks and silks removed); Butter or compound butter (for serving); Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Learn how to boil corn on the cob! This easy method for boiling corn yields tender, sweet, and juicy ears every time. Served with butter, salt, and pepper, they're the perfect summer side dish.

15 min total 10 min prep 5 min cook 4

Ingredients

4 serv.

4 to 8 ears fresh sweet corn (husks and silks removed)
Butter or compound butter (for serving)
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

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1 Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the corn. Cook, stirring occasionally to make sure the corn is submerged, for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the corn is tender and bright yellow. Alternatively, place the corn in a large pot filled with cold water. Bring it to a boil and cook 1 to 2 minutes, until the corn is just tender.
2 Drain and serve warm with butter, salt, and pepper.