BASIL CORN ON THE COB

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Steaming the basil under the husks adds lots of flavor to these fantastic ears. Lime makes their sweet taste pop even more. -Diane Eaton, Campbell, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 large ears sweet corn in husks
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon sugar
Dash salt
Dash garlic salt
1 cup fresh basil leaves
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottoms; remove silk. In a small bowl, combine the butter, dried basil, sugar, salt and garlic salt; spread over corn. Place basil leaves over butter mixture. Rewrap corn in husks and secure with kitchen string. Place in a stockpot; cover with cold water. Soak for 20 minutes; drain., Grill corn, covered, over medium heat for 25-30 minutes or until tender, turning often. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Hamzaoy Hamza
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I'll definitely be making this recipe again. It's a great way to enjoy fresh corn on the cob.


Sk sany
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This is a simple but delicious recipe. The corn is always perfectly cooked and the basil butter is a great addition.


Areej Imad
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover basil. I had some basil left over from another recipe and this was a great way to use it up.


Tahir Butt
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the corn and the basil butter was a big hit.


Nadeen Elsamad
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This is a great recipe for a summer cookout. The corn is always a hit and the basil butter is a nice change from the usual butter.


Bonga Lucky
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I was looking for a new way to cook corn on the cob and this recipe fit the bill. The basil butter was a nice touch and added a lot of flavor.


ashuulah nanteza
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This recipe is a great way to enjoy fresh corn on the cob. The basil butter is easy to make and adds a delicious flavor to the corn.


Bryan walker
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The corn is always sweet and juicy, and the basil butter is a perfect complement.


Ali Anwar
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This is a simple but delicious recipe. The corn was perfectly cooked and the basil butter was a great addition.


Fallon Harris
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I'm not a huge fan of basil, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The basil butter was subtle and didn't overpower the corn.


Minky noko Molokomme
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover basil. The corn was sweet and juicy, and the basil butter was a nice addition.


Meghan Ahearn
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I've never had corn on the cob with basil before, but it was delicious! The basil butter was a perfect complement to the corn.


Mudhtaq Ansari
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This recipe is a great way to enjoy fresh corn on the cob. The basil butter adds a unique and flavorful twist.


Talia Hendricks
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So easy to make and so delicious! I'll be making this again and again.


Kayden Crawford
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Habib Mounirou
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This was a great way to use up some fresh basil from my garden. The corn was delicious and the basil butter added a nice touch.


Anitah Lovell256
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I was skeptical about basil on corn, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors go together really well. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sanele caiphus Mvelase
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The corn is sweet and juicy, and the basil butter is simply delicious.


Bareface Gaza
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Basil Corn on the Cob is a fantastic recipe! The combination of basil and corn is unique and delightful. The corn was perfectly cooked and the basil butter added a wonderful flavor.


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