Best 7 Corn On The Cob With Olive Oil And Pepper Recipes

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Corn on the cob is a summertime staple, and for good reason. It's delicious, versatile, and easy to cook. Whether you're boiling it, grilling it, or roasting it, corn on the cob is sure to be a hit at your next cookout or picnic. And if you're looking for a way to add a little extra flavor to your corn, try cooking it with olive oil and pepper. This simple combination of ingredients brings out the natural sweetness of the corn and adds a touch of smoky flavor.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CORN ON THE COB WITH OLIVE OIL AND PEPPER



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Recipe adapted from A Bird in the Oven and Then Some by Mindy Fox (Kyle Books; 2010).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 4

Coarse salt
4 ears corn, silk and outer layers of husk removed, inner husks pulled back
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook corn until just tender, about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, using a mortar and pestle or the blade of a large knife, coarsely crack peppercorns. With tongs, remove corn from pot, letting excess water drip off, and transfer to a serving platter. Immediately drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt and cracked pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g

CORN ON THE COB WITH ROASTED RED BELL PEPPER BUTTER



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Provided by Bob Blumer - Host of Surreal Gourmet and Glutton for Punishment

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 red bell pepper
1 pound salted butter, at room temperature
1/4 cup basil leaves
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
4 ears corn, husked

Steps:

  • Roast the red peppers whole over a gas or charcoal flame, or under a broiler, turning every few minutes until entirely blackened. Immediately place in a paper bag. Seal bag and let sit for 3 minutes. Peel off the charred skin and discard. Slice the peeled peppers open and discard the membranes and seeds.
  • In a food processor, puree the bell peppers, butter, basil, lemon juice, and pepper.
  • Transfer to a loaf pan that is lined with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for approximately 1 hour, or until butter hardens. To serve, remove from plastic wrap. Use leftover butter on fish, veggies, bread, etc.
  • In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil. Add corn and boil for 6 minutes. Serve with roasted red bell pepper butter.

DELICIOUS AND EASY CORN ON THE COB



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I learned this from a shopper in Stockbridge, Massachusetts when I was young. I have used this for 40 years and it has never failed to produce the most wonderful corn on the cob.

Provided by caquilter

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 2

¼ teaspoon white sugar
4 ears corn, husked and cleaned

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Stir sugar into water to dissolve; add corn, cover pot, and turn heat off, leaving pot on hot burner.
  • Steep corn in hot water until tender, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 13.5 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

GARLIC CORN ON THE COB



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It makes the flavor of the corn really pop!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 garlic cloves, minced
4 teaspoons olive oil
4 medium ears sweet corn, husks removed
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine garlic and oil; brush over corn. Sprinkle with sugar. Place each on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 14 in. x 12 in.). Fold foil over corn and seal tightly., Grill corn, covered, over medium heat for 10-15 minutes or until tender, turning occasionally. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 14mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MEXICAN CORN ON THE COB



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Make and share this Mexican Corn on the Cob recipe from Food.com.

Provided by pavut

Categories     Corn

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 ears fresh corn on the cob
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons red chili powder
salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil.
  • Remove husks and corn silk from corn cobs. Place the corn in the boiling water, cover, and boil until it is just hot, 10 minutes or less.
  • While corn is boiling mix together olive oil, chili powder, salt and pepper.
  • Remove corn from steamer, brush with oil mixture and serve hot.

BAKED GARLIC CORN ON THE COB



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Make and share this Baked Garlic Corn on the Cob recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lorac

Categories     Corn

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
6 ears corn, broken in half
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Add oil and garlic to a 13x9 inch glass baking dish, bake until oil starts to sizzle and remove.
  • Add corn, season with salt and pepper and turn to coat.
  • Cover tightly with foil, bake 25-30 minutes turning once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.3, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 30.7, Carbohydrate 45.4, Fiber 5, Sugar 5.6, Protein 6.1

CORN ON THE COB WITH LEMON-PEPPER BUTTER



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Roasting fresh-picked corn is as old as the Ozark hills where I was raised. My Grandpa Mitchell always salted and peppered his butter on the edge of his plate before spreading it on his corn, and I did the same as a kid. Today, I continue the tradition by serving lemon-pepper butter with roasted corn-it's a favorite! -Allene Bary-Cooper, Wichita Falls, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 3

8 medium ears sweet corn
1 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons lemon-pepper seasoning

Steps:

  • Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottoms; remove silk. Rewrap corn in husks; secure with kitchen string. Place in a stockpot; cover with cold water. Soak 20 minutes; drain., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix butter and lemon pepper. Grill corn, covered, over medium heat 20-25 minutes or until tender, turning often., Cut string and peel back husks. Serve corn with butter mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 24g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 520mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Select the freshest corn on the cob possible. Look for ears with bright green husks and tightly packed kernels.
  • Remove the husks and silks from the corn. Soak the corn in cold water for 10 minutes before cooking to help remove the silks.
  • Cook the corn in boiling water for 3-5 minutes, or until the kernels are tender. You can also grill or roast the corn on the cob.
  • Drizzle the corn with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, chili powder, or paprika.
  • Serve the corn on the cob hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as melted butter, sour cream, or salsa.

Conclusion:

Corn on the cob is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or main course. It is a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. By following these tips, you can cook corn on the cob perfectly every time.

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