Corn with Mixed Herb, Parmesan,
and Lemon Butter
Butter
6 tablespoons (¾ stick) unsalted butter, softened
3 tablespoons finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano® cheese
1-½ tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1-½ tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil leaves
1-½ tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
½ teaspoon kosher salt
? teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 ears fresh corn, husked
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Corn with Chipotle-Lime Butter
Prepare the grill for direct cooking over medium heat
(350° to 450°F).
In a small bowl using the back of a fork, mash the butter
ingredients and stir to distribute the seasonings evenly. If a spicier
butter is desired, add more chipotle chiles, ¼ teaspoon at a time.
Spread each ear of corn very lightly with 1 to 2 teaspoons of the
butter mixture.
Brush the cooking grates clean. Grill the corn over direct
medium heat, with the lid closed as much as possible, until
browned in spots and tender, 12 to 15 minutes, turning
occasionally. Transfer the corn to plates and serve warm with lime
wedges, spreading the remaining butter on top.
2. Corn with Smoked Paprika, Pimiento, and Chive Butter
Prepare the grill for direct cooking over medium heat
(350° to 450°F).
In a small bowl using the back of a fork, mash the butter
ingredients and stir to distribute the seasonings evenly
Spread each ear of corn with very lightly with 1 to 2 teaspoons of
the butter mixture.
Brush the cooking grates clean. Grill the corn over direct
medium heat, with the lid closed as much as possible, until
browned in spots and tender, 12 to 15 minutes, turning
occasionally. Transfer the corn to plates and serve warm,
spreading the remaining butter on top.
3. Corn with Mixed Herb, Parmesan, and Lemon Butter
Prepare the grill for direct cooking over medium heat
(350° to 450°F).
In a small bowl using the back of a fork, mash the butter
ingredients and stir to distribute the seasonings evenly.
Spread each ear of corn with very lightly with 1 to 2 teaspoons of
the butter mixture.
Brush the cooking grates clean. Grill the corn over direct
medium heat, with the lid closed as much as possible, until
browned in spots and tender, 12 to 15 minutes, turning
occasionally. Transfer the corn to plates and serve warm,
spreading the remaining butter on top.
Note: All three butter mixtures can be made a day ahead and
refrigerated. Just bring them to room temperature before using them
so that they become soft enough to spread.
HERVOICE JULY/AUGUST 2015v19