Boiled Corn

Ingredients

• Corn Cobs 6 pieces
• Water 5 qt
• Salt to taste
• Butter to taste

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1

Prepare the necessary ingredients.

Step 2

Remove the silk from the corn, but leave the husks on, as they will add extra flavor during cooking.

Step 3

If the corn is not fresh, you can soak it in cold water for 3 to 4 hours beforehand.

Step 4

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

Step 5

Add the corn cobs to it.

Step 6

Cover with a lid. Cook for 1 to 3 hours, depending on the ripeness of the corn. To check for doneness, you can poke one kernel with a fork and taste it.

Step 7

Drain the water from the pot.

Step 8

Let the corn sit in the pot, covered, for another 15 minutes. Remove the husks from the cooked corn.

Step 9

Arrange the prepared corn for serving.

Step 10

Serve with salt and butter.