7 Fresh & Easy Corn on the Cob Recipes You'll Want to Make All Summer

Parmesan Roasted Corn on the Cob

Eating corn on the cob has never been more delicious with these fresh recipes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a backyard barbecue, these recipes use the oven, grill and even the microwave for a juicy, flavorful side. Recipes like our Parmesan Roasted Corn on the Cob and Mexican Street Corn take the classic summer side to the next level.

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Mexican Street Corn

Mexican Street Corn

Soaking the corn in its husk in water for up to two hours before grilling is definitely a new approach to cooking corn on the cob, but give it a try! The addition of salt, spices and cheese takes this side dish to new levels.

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Garlic Butter Campfire Corn

Garlic Butter Campfire Corn

This flavorful corn couldn't be easier to prepare. Just cover the ears of corn in a quick garlic-and-chive-flavored butter and wrap in foil and they're ready to throw on the grill at home or over coals at the campsite.

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Boiled Corn on the Cob

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Want to know how to boil corn on the cob? This boiled corn on the cob recipe starts with 4 ears of fresh summer corn.

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Parmesan Roasted Corn on the Cob

Parmesan Roasted Corn on the Cob

Savory Parmesan cheese and sweet corn team up in this easy corn on the cob recipe that's good for every season. Wrapping the corn in foil keeps in the flavors of smoked paprika, garlic powder and thyme. Pair with roast chicken, steak or pork or serve as part of a vegetarian meal.

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Grilled Corn on the Cob

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Want to know how to grill corn on the cob? This grilled corn on the cob recipe starts with 4 ears of fresh summer corn.

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Corn on the Cob with Cilantro-Lime Butter

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A dash of crushed red pepper adds the perfect amount of spice to this flavorful cilantro-lime corn on the cob.

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Oven-Roasted Corn with Smoked Paprika Butter

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This healthy corn on the cob recipe is easily doubled or tripled when you have guests over. If you don't want to turn on your oven, grill the foil-wrapped corn over medium-high heat, turning a few times, until tender, about 10 minutes total.

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