Description
Cheesy Garlic Butter Corn. This delightful side dish is not just a treat for the taste buds; it’s a celebration of summer flavors that can brighten any meal. I remember the first time I made it for a family BBQ. The sun was shining, laughter filled the air, and the aroma of garlic and butter wafted through the backyard. It was a hit! Everyone kept coming back for more, and I couldn’t help but feel proud.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of corn, husked
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise (optional, for extra creaminess)
Instructions
- Prepare the corn by boiling or grilling it until tender.
- Make the garlic butter by melting the unsalted butter and mixing in minced garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Brush the cooked corn generously with the garlic butter mixture.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and mozzarella or cheddar over the corn.
- If using an oven, broil for a minute or two to melt the cheese. If grilling, let the heat melt the cheese.
Notes
- Freshness is key; use the freshest corn available.
- Don’t overcook the corn to maintain its sweetness and texture.
- Customize the cheese to your preference.
- Prepare garlic butter in advance for convenience.
- Experiment with different spices and herbs for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling or Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 6 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 mg