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Jamie's Sweet and Easy Corn on the Cob
Tender ears of corn soak in a hot-water bath infused with a touch of sugar and a hint of lemon, highlighting their natural sweetness without overpowering it. Jamie's Sweet and Easy Corn on the Cob is bright, juicy, and simple—perfect for a quick side at weeknight dinners, cookouts, or summer gatherings.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Gather all the ingredients.
- 2
Fill a large pot about 3/4 full with water and bring it to a boil. Stir in the sugar and lemon juice until the sugar dissolves.
- 3
Carefully add the ears of corn to the boiling water, cover the pot, turn off the heat, and let the corn sit in the hot water until tender, about 10 minutes.
- 4
Serve and enjoy.
- Calories 118.82 kcal Moderate
- Protein 2.95 g Low Source
- Carbs 27.85 g Moderate
- Total Fat 0.74 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 0.74 mg Low Source
- Fiber 3.0 g Moderate
- Sugar 8.64 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 0.2 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.59 mg Low Source
- Potassium 296.6 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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