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corn on the cob in the microwave

Corn on the Cob (in the microwave!)

Easiest corn on the cob recipe there is!
5 from 7 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 3 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 100 kcal

Equipment

  • Microwave

Ingredients
  

  • 4 ears Corn on the cob in husks
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper optional
  • 1 tsp parsley optional

Instructions
 

  • Soak corn in husks in cold water for 10 minutes.
  • Drain well. DO NOT DRY.
  • Place directly in microwave and cook on high for 12 minutes.
  • Let stand 3 minutes before handling.
  • Pull back husks and silk and discard.
  • Top with butter, salt, pepper and parsley.
  • Serve!

Notes

Optional: break ears in half to serve more people.