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A white dish containing several ears of uncooked corn is placed on a wooden surface. A rectangular dish holding a stick of butter is in the background.

Microwave Corn on the Cob

Easier than grilling or boiling, microwave corn on the cob for a quick and easy side dish that will become the ONLY way you make corn on the cob!
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Prep Time 7 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 14 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Side dishes
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 ears corn
  • 1 each salt, pepper, hot sauce, parsley, butter optional for seasoning, if desired

Method
 

  1. Place 1-4 ears of corn, in their husks, in the microwave. Put them on a microwave-safe plate or a couple of paper towels (plate will be hot after cooking). If cooking for than 4 ears of corn, cook them in batches.
  2. If microwaving 1-2 ears of corn, cook for 3 minutes, then an additional 1-2 minutes if you like more tender corn.
  3. If microwaving 3-4 ears of corn, cook for 4 minutes, with an additional 1-2 minutes if you like more tender corn.
  4. Remove from microwave and allow to sit and cool for several minutes. Once the outer leaves are cool enough to handle, shuck the corn, season (if desired) and serve immediately.

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