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35 Corn Recipes You’ll Make All Summer Long

April 07, 2023

When the weather is warm, sweet and juicy corn is ripe for the picking. These recipes will help you make the most of your bounty.

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We look forward to lots of seasonal produce during the summer months but fresh corn is always at the top of our list. However you take it (boiled, perfectly charred and straight from the grill, as an elote or even cooked in the microwave) it always ends up tender-yet-crisp and full of natural sweetness. The key to perfect results is knowing how to pick it at the peak of ripeness — and having a few tried-and-true recipes in your back pocket. Whether you’ve been growing corn at home or are picking up a few ears at the farmers market, look for ones that are firm and heavy, with yellow silks sticking out the top. (If the silks are starting to brown, skip that ear). Once you have your fresh corn, all that’s left to do is decide which of these delicious recipes to make first. They’re all winners but you can’t go wrong with simple, grilled corn on the cob. Bobby amps his up by serving the ears with two butters: one flavored with herbs, the other with garlic and spices.

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Creamy Chili-Lime Corn

This irresistable side is inspired by Mexican esquites — the popular street food of roasted corn tossed with lime, chiles and cheese. For this lightened-up take, we swapped in yogurt in place of Mexican crema and used frozen corn.

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Grilled Corn and Bean Salad

Combine corn, beans and fresh veggies for this colorful salad. Pack the flavor in with Valerie Bertinelli's spicy and tangy dressing featuring lime juice and hot sauce.
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Grilled Barbecued Corn Ribs

Fresh, sweet summer corn gets the full barbecue treatment in this recipe for corn ribs. Seasoned with a spicy sweet dry rub and brushed with a tangy barbecue sauce, the corn develops a delicious caramelized crust as it curls into a perfectly juicy rib. You'll need a sharp knife and a steady hand to cut through the hard cobs; make sure you have a large, sturdy work surface and take your time.

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