Microwave Corn with Garlic Butter (Printable)

Tender corn cooked fast in the microwave, topped with flavorful garlic butter.

# What You'll Need:

→ Corn

01 - 4 ears fresh corn, husked

→ Garlic Butter

02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ To Serve

07 - Lemon wedges

# How To Make It:

01 - Place the husked corn on a microwave-safe plate and cover with a damp paper towel.
02 - Microwave on high for 4 to 6 minutes, turning the corn halfway through, until the kernels are tender. Allow to rest for 1 minute.
03 - In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter and minced garlic. Microwave for 30 seconds, or until the butter is melted and the garlic is fragrant.
04 - Stir in the salt, black pepper, and parsley into the melted garlic butter.
05 - Carefully remove the corn from the microwave and brush each ear generously with the garlic butter mixture.
06 - Plate immediately and serve with extra butter and lemon wedges if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Lightning-fast preparation: Ready in just 13 minutes from start to finish
  • Minimal cleanup: No pots of boiling water or steamy kitchens
  • Incredible flavor: Garlic butter transforms simple corn into something restaurant-worthy
  • Naturally versatile: Vegetarian and gluten-free, perfect for various dietary needs
  • Customizable: Easy to adjust seasonings and add your favorite toppings
02 -
  • Check for doneness: Kernels should be bright yellow and tender when pierced with a fork
  • Save the garlic butter: Leftover garlic butter can be refrigerated for up to 1 week and used on bread, vegetables, or pasta
  • Prevent splattering: Make sure the paper towel is damp but not dripping wet
  • Butter evenly: Use a pastry brush to coat every kernel for maximum flavor
  • Serve hot: Corn is best enjoyed immediately while the butter is still melted and fragrant
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