Corn On The Cob With Milk
on Aug 11, 2022, Updated Oct 11, 2023
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If corn on the cob is a family favorite in your household, give this delicious recipe for Corn On The Cob With Milk a try! Boiling the corn in milk enhances the sweet flavor of the corn.
Make this Corn On The Cob With Milk the next time you’re hosting a barbecue. Your guests will love the sweet and delicious flavor of the corn.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- corn
- milk
- butter
(Note: Full recipe is at the bottom of the post)
How to Make Corn On The Cob With Milk
- Fill a large pot halfway with water and bring the water to a boil.
- Add the milk and butter. Then add the corn and reduce the heat.
- Simmer the corn for about 6 to 8 minutes until tender.
- Drain the water and serve the corn with additional butter and salt.
Tips and Tricks
- Adding a pinch or two of sugar will make the corn even sweeter.
- After boiling the corn, grill it lightly for a delicious grilled flavor.
- If using salted butter, the cooked corn may not require additional salt.
Why Add Milk To Corn On The Cob?
Adding milk to the water used to boil corn on the cob is a great way to enhance the sweet flavor of the corn. All you need is 1 cup of milk to about 6-8 ears of corn.
Should You Salt The Water When Boiling Corn On The Cob?
The choice is really up to you. Some home cooks prefer to salt the water, while others simply add salt to the corn when it’s ready to eat.
Corn On The Cob With Milk
Ingredients
- 6-8 ears of corn, husks and silks removed, cut in half
- 1 cup milk
- 8 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Fill a large pot halfway with water and bring the water to a boil.
- Add the milk and butter. Then add the corn and reduce the heat.
- Simmer the corn for about 6 to 8 minutes until tender.
- Drain the water and serve the corn with additional butter and salt.
Nutrition information provided is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredient brands and cooking methods used.
