Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Cheesy Garlic Butter Corn on the Cob. This simple yet decadent recipe elevates classic corn on the cob with a savory garlic butter blend and gooey melted mozzarella cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesy Garlic Butter Corn on the Cob:
- 4 ears of corn, husked
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Special Tools:
- Baking dish or large skillet
- Basting brush
- Foil (if baking)
Instructions
- Preheat oven or grill to 400°F (200°C). If using a skillet, preheat over medium heat.
- Mix melted butter, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Place the corn in a baking dish or on the grill. Brush generously with garlic butter on all sides.
- Roast or grill the corn for 15–20 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and tender.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the hot corn and return to the oven or cover to melt the cheese for 2–3 minutes.
- Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking, Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn with cheese
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Cheesy Garlic Corn, Corn on the Cob Recipe, Cheesy Corn Recipe, Garlic Butter Corn
