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Quebec corn
Having a corn roast or dinner party? Try these simple corn cooking methods to rediscover this savoury summer staple!
1) Cooking corn in the microwave: for maize in minutes
For a quick and easy meal, use the microwave to cook corn!
- Start by shucking the corn, leaving a thin layer of inner leaves to prevent the kernels from drying out.
- Then place the corn in the microwave and cook on high for about 4 minutes. Careful, your cob will be hot when it comes out!
- Let it cool for a few minutes, then roll it in butter and enjoy.
This speedy cooking technique is ideal for a busy weeknight or dinner for one.
2) Boiling corn: for a classic cob
- Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil.
- Shuck the cobs, then carefully add them to the pot.
- Boil for 8 minutes or until fully cooked.
- Use tongs to lift the corn from the pot and let drain.
3) Steaming corn: for a tasty twist
- Fill a pot with water and bring to a boil.
- Place a steamer basket inside, making sure it's raised enough that the boiling water doesn't touch the bottom.
- Place the shucked ears of corn in the basket and cover.
- Steam for about 10 minutes.
Tip: Keep an eye on your water level and top up if necessary to avoid burning the bottom of your pot!
4) BBQ corn: for your summer get together
- Soak the corn in a bowl of water for about 15 minutes.
- Drain the cobs, then place them on the BBQ. Grill for about 10 minutes or until the husks are charred black, turning them occasionally.
- Put on oven mitts and carefully shuck the hot corn, then place the ears back on the BBQ to grill for another 10 minutes.
- Make sure to turn them frequently so they don't burn. You'll know they're ready when the kernels are golden-brown.
Stuck with leftover corn after your BBQ or dinner? Don't let them go to waste! Cook the cobs, then use a sharp knife to remove the kernels. You can freeze them for later, or use them in other recipes.
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