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Cheesy Garlic Butter Corn on the Cob

Close-up of three ears of cheesy garlic butter corn on the cob, sprinkled with herbs.
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A crowd-pleasing BBQ side dish featuring corn on the cob coated in garlic butter and melted cheese. You can prepare this recipe on the grill, in the oven using foil, or on the stovetop.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears of corn, husked
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite melting cheese)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnishes: chopped fresh parsley, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine the softened butter and minced garlic. Mix well.
  2. If grilling: Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over each ear of corn. Sprinkle with Parmesan and cheddar cheese. Wrap each ear tightly in aluminum foil. Grill over medium heat for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the corn is tender.
  3. If using the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over each ear of corn. Sprinkle with Parmesan and cheddar cheese. Wrap each ear tightly in aluminum foil. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the corn is tender.
  4. If using the stovetop: Melt 1/4 cup of the garlic butter mixture in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the corn and cook, turning frequently, for about 10 minutes until lightly browned. Add the remaining garlic butter mixture and the cheeses. Cover and cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  5. Once cooked, carefully unwrap the corn. Season with salt and pepper to your preference.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lime wedges, if desired.

Notes

  • For husk-on preparation, remove the silks, spread the garlic butter and cheese directly onto the corn kernels, and wrap in foil. Grill or bake as directed.
  • You can substitute other cheeses like Monterey Jack or a Mexican blend.
  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter mixture.

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