The Best Corn on the Cob
The best corn on the cob is crisp-tender and sweet with no sugar added! Learn how to make steamed corn on the cob, and it'll become your favorite method!
Servings: 4 -6
Calories: 77kcal
Ingredients
- 4-6 ears of corn (shucked & rinsed clean)
- hot water- you will need the water two inches high in a steam pot
- butter to serve
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- Let the water come to a boil in a covered pot while you clean the corn. Set your cleaned ears of corn in a steam basket that fits in the pot. When the water boils, place the steam basket into the pot (the water should not be touching the bottom of the basket.)
- Cover and cook for ten minutes, then turn off the heat and let the corn sit, covered, for 10-15 minutes more.
- Serve with butter, salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 77kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 243mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 170IU | Vitamin C: 6.1mg | Iron: 0.5mg