Boiled Corn on the Cob (Print Version)
Corn simmered with milk, butter, garlic, and chives. Sweet, tender, and perfect as a quick summer side.
# Ingredients:
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4 cups water
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3 cloves garlic, halved
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Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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2 cups whole milk
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½ cup unsalted butter, cubed
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¼ cup brown sugar
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6 ears corn, husks removed and halved
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3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
# Directions:
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Combine 4 cups water, garlic, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
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Stir in milk, butter, and brown sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil.
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Carefully add the halved corn cobs. Reduce heat and simmer until the corn is just tender, approximately 6–10 minutes.
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Serve the corn immediately, garnished with fresh chives if desired.
# Notes:
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Cooking the corn in a buttery milk bath enhances its sweetness and richness.