STEAMED CORN ON THE COB WITH ORANGE-OREGANO BUTTER

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Steamed Corn on the Cob with Orange-Oregano Butter image

Serving sweet corn with a flavored butter, like this one with zest and herbs, makes it even more delectable.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh oregano
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
8 ears corn, shucked

Steps:

  • Stir together butter, zest, chives, and oregano. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; set aside.
  • Bring 1 inch of water to a boil over medium-high heat in a large, covered, stockpot. Place corn in pot vertically, stem ends down; cover, and steam corn until just tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Transfer corn to a large bowl. Toss with some of the butter; season with salt and pepper. Serve with remaining butter.

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