Cheesy Garlic Butter Corn on the Cob
Elevate your summer gatherings with Cheesy Garlic Butter Corn on the Cob! This irresistible side dish features juicy, tender corn slathered in a rich garlic butter sauce and topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Perfectly grilled or boiled, this recipe delivers a burst of flavor that will have your guests clamoring for more. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for any occasion, it’s guaranteed to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling/Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Husk the corn and remove all silk strands; rinse under cool water and pat dry.
- In a bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic until well combined.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese into the garlic butter mixture.
- Grill or boil corn for 8-10 minutes until tender and bright yellow.
- Brush garlic butter all over hot corn, allowing it to melt into every crevice.
- Finish with a sprinkle of chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Soak corn in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling. Experiment with seasonings like smoked paprika or chili powder for added flavor.