Grilled Corn on the Cob with Garlic-Herb Butter
Grilled corn on the cob is an American summer staple, but it can be elevated with a few simple steps. This recipe for garlic-herb butter-grilled corn on the cob will help you achieve perfectly grilled corn every time.
Corn on the cob has been a staple of American summer cookouts since the early days of the country. The first recorded instance of corn being grilled on the cob was in 1776, when George Washington is said to have grilled corn over an open fire at Valley Forge. Since then, grilled corn on the cob has become a ubiquitous part of American summer gatherings.
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Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • Corn on the cob
  • Unsalted butter, softened
  • Minced garlic
  • Fresh thyme, chopped
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
Instructions
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Peel the corn and remove the silk.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the butter, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. Spread the garlic-herb butter all over the corn.
  5. Grill the corn for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, or until the corn is cooked through.
  6. Serve hot.
Why It Works
  • The high heat of the grill quickly caramelizes the natural sugars in the corn, giving it a delicious, sweet flavor.
  • The butter, garlic, and thyme add a rich, savory flavor to the corn.
  • Grilling the corn on the cob helps to keep it moist and juicy.