Description
Cheesy garlic butter corn on the cob brings summer’s sweetest pleasures to your plate with irresistible golden kernels dripping in savory goodness. Grill masters and home cooks will savor this simple yet spectacular side that turns ordinary corn into a mouthwatering celebration of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 ears corn
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend)
Butter and Seasoning:
- 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or milk
Herbs and Finishing Touches:
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C), preparing for a culinary transformation of fresh corn on the cob.
- Craft a flavor-packed garlic butter by whisking melted butter with finely minced garlic, smoky paprika, zesty chili powder, seasoning with salt and pepper, and incorporating chopped parsley for a vibrant touch.
- Generously massage the garlic butter mixture onto each corn cob, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- For oven roasting, arrange corn on a baking sheet and cook for 20-25 minutes, rotating midway to achieve uniform caramelization.
- Alternatively, grill corn over medium heat for 10-15 minutes, rotating frequently to develop a beautiful charred exterior.
- During the final 5 minutes of cooking, lavish the corn with a generous sprinkle of shredded cheese.
- If using the oven, activate the broiler for 2-3 minutes to create a golden, slightly crispy cheese crust.
- Transfer the corn from heat source, drizzle with remaining garlic butter, and garnish with additional fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
- Serve immediately while the corn is piping hot and the cheese is melted and inviting.
Notes
- Create a flavor-packed butter mixture by softening butter at room temperature for easier mixing and more even coating.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like smoked gouda, pepper jack, or sharp cheddar to customize the flavor profile.
- Consider wrapping corn in aluminum foil when baking to lock in moisture and prevent burning, especially for sensitive ovens.
- Adjust spice levels by replacing chili powder with mild paprika for kids or adding cayenne for heat-seekers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 313 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 245 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg