Corn on the cob is a classic summer food that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It's simple to prepare and can be cooked in a variety of ways, but one of the best ways to enjoy corn on the cob is to top it with a flavorful butter. Flavored butters are a great way to add extra flavor and richness to corn on the cob, and there are endless possibilities when it comes to creating your own unique flavors. Whether you prefer sweet, savory, or spicy, there's a flavored butter out there to suit your taste. Read on to discover some of the best recipes for flavored butters that are perfect for corn on the cob.
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FLAVORED BUTTERS FOR CORN
Add grilled corn on the cob to the menu for your next backyard cookout.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Yield Makes 1/2 pound each herb, chile, and curry butter
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch the herbs; transfer to bowl of ice water to stop cooking. Squeeze excess water from herbs; mince with a sharp knife. Transfer herbs to the bowl of a food processor, add 1/2 pound butter, process until well combined and butter is green; season to taste. Transfer herb butter to plastic wrap, and refrigerate or freeze until needed.
- Divide the remaining pound of butter between two bowls. Add the chile powders to one bowl. Combine thoroughly with a rubber spatula; season to taste. Transfer to plastic wrap, and refrigerate or freeze until needed. Repeat with curry powder.
FLAVORED BUTTERS
Steps:
- These flavored butter recipes start with half a cup of softened butter. You can create different flavors in your butter by mixing in different herbs and spices. Once you have the basic recipe down, try other combinations. These butters are simple to make; just mix the ingredients in a small bowl and beat the mixture until it's fluffy. If you don't use all of it, roll the rest into a log shape and refrigerate or freeze it.
FLAVORED BUTTERS - 8 VARIATIONS
Flavored butters for corn on the cob. This came from Birds Eye Fresh Ideas For Vegetables. 2 tablespoons is suggested for 1 (16oz) package of vegetables. I have not tried these, just posting for safe keeping.
Provided by internetnut
Categories Vegetable
Time 5m
Yield 2 tablespoons, 4-5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Lemon Basil: Combine melted butter, lemon juice and dried basil.
- Mustard: Combine melted butter, prepared mustard, sugar, and salt; whip well.
- Garlic: Combine melted butter, minced garlic and pepper.
- Horseradish: Combine melted butter and prepared horseradish.
- Parsley: Combine melted butter and chopped parsley.
- Cheesy Basil: Combine melted butter, Parmesan cheese and basil; brush on just before serving.
- Southwestern: Combine melted butter, lime juice and chili powder; brush on just before serving.
- Lemon Honey: Combine melted butter, honey and lemon juice; brush on just before serving.
GRILLED CORN ON THE COB WITH A TRIO OF FLAVORED BUTTERS
"Sweet summer corn, a whole-grain source of potassium, is delicious on it's own. Even better:spread with one of the following butter blends created by Bonaparte for a luxuriously indulgent touch." Self Magazine, August 2007 edition. Chill flavored butters for at least 2-3 hours. It would probably be easier to prepare the butter the day before, that way all you have to do is grill the corn!
Provided by Manami
Categories Corn
Time 27m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- GRILL CORN:.
- Heat an outdoor grill or a stovetop grill to high.
- Peel back husks of corn, but do not remove.
- Remove all silk from corn and coat corn with cooking spray.
- Sprinkle corn with salt and smooth husks back into place.
- Rub each husk with water and place directly on grill.
- Grill, turning occasionally, until kernels soften and husks blacken, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Pull back husks and serve corn with 1 teaspoon flavored butter.
- FOR EACH FLAVORED BUTTER:.
- Using a spoon, mix butter with respective ingredients.
- Roll each into a log shape and wrap in plastic wrap or wax paper.
- Refrigerate until firm, 2 to 3 hours, then soften to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.1, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 11.2, Cholesterol 45.8, Sodium 525.7, Carbohydrate 34.6, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 6.6, Protein 5.3
GRILLED CORN ON THE COB WITH A TRIO OF FLAVORED BUTTERS
Provided by Joe Bonaparte
Categories Vegetable Side Picnic Dinner Lunch Corn Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Healthy Self Vegetarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- Heat an outdoor grill or a stovetop grill to high. Peel back husks of corn, but do not remove. Remove all silk from corn and coat corn with cooking spray. Sprinkle corn with salt and smooth husks back into place. Rub each husk with water and place directly on grill. Grill, turning occasionally, until kernels soften and husks blacken, 10 to 12 minutes. Pull back husks and serve corn with 1 teaspoon flavored butter.
- For each flavored butter:
- Using a spoon, mix butter with respective ingredients. Roll each into a log shape and wrap in plastic wrap or wax paper. Refrigerate until firm, 2 to 3 hours, then soften to room temperature before serving.
Tips:
- Use high-quality butter. The better the butter, the better the flavored butter will be. Look for butter that is made from fresh cream and has a high butterfat content.
- Use fresh herbs and spices. Dried herbs and spices can be used, but fresh herbs and spices will give your flavored butter a more intense flavor.
- Be creative with your flavors. There are endless possibilities when it comes to creating flavored butters. Try experimenting with different herbs, spices, and other ingredients to find your favorite combinations.
- Use flavored butter within a week. Flavored butter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. After that, the flavor will start to decline.
- Serve flavored butter at room temperature. Flavored butter is best served at room temperature so that it is spreadable. You can also use flavored butter to top grilled or roasted vegetables, or to add flavor to soups and stews.
Conclusion:
Flavored butters are a delicious and easy way to add flavor to your favorite dishes. With a little creativity, you can create flavored butters that will please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a way to jazz up your meal, try making a flavored butter. You won't be disappointed!
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