BASIL CORN ON THE COB

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Steaming the basil under the husks adds lots of flavor to these fantastic ears. Lime makes their sweet taste pop even more. -Diane Eaton, Campbell, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 large ears sweet corn in husks
6 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon sugar
Dash salt
Dash garlic salt
1 cup fresh basil leaves
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottoms; remove silk. In a small bowl, combine the butter, dried basil, sugar, salt and garlic salt; spread over corn. Place basil leaves over butter mixture. Rewrap corn in husks and secure with kitchen string. Place in a stockpot; cover with cold water. Soak for 20 minutes; drain., Grill corn, covered, over medium heat for 25-30 minutes or until tender, turning often. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

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