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Boiled Corn on the Cob

A simple and delicious way to prepare fresh corn on the cob by boiling it to perfection.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 77
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Corn
  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob Husked and cleaned
Water
  • 4 quarts water For boiling
Salt
  • 1 tablespoon salt Optional, for flavor

Method
 

Boiling the Corn
  1. Fill a large pot with 4 quarts of water and bring it to a boil.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water, if desired.
  3. Carefully add the husked corn to the boiling water.
  4. Boil the corn for 8 to 10 minutes, or until tender.
  5. Use tongs to remove the corn from the pot and place it in a colander to drain.
  6. Serve hot with butter and seasonings of your choice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 77kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 3gFat: 1gPotassium: 260mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Fresh corn is best for boiling. Adjust cooking time based on the size and freshness of the corn.

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