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Neither Boiling Nor Baking: The Best Way To Make Corn On The Cob

Corn on the cob is a simple yet delicious side that pairs well with a huge variety of dishes, and there are countless methods for cooking it, from boiling to steaming, microwaving to baking. However, to truly allow the natural sweetness and flavor of the corn to shine, we swear by one particular cooking method — grilling.

While the other approaches will cook your corn effectively, they don't really add much to the flavor. In fact, some methods like boiling or steaming can even give your corn a bit of a watery flavor, dulling the natural sweetness. That's where grilling stands apart. When you grill corn, some of the natural sugars within the corn get the opportunity to slightly caramelize, amping up the flavor

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