While the grill is hot, make this classic side dish.

For a pretty presentation and to make handling hot ears easier, use the husks as handles.

More ideas for flavorful additions are below the recipe.

Grilled Corn On The Cob

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Unfortunately, not every cob is a winner.

Ingredients

6large ears yellow or white corn with husks (about 5 lbs.)

Discard silks; pull husks together to form a ponytail-like handle.

ingredients for grilled corn on the cob

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Tear off 1 small husk piece; use it to tie a knot around husks to secure.

Grill, uncovered, turning occasionally, until charred in spots, 15 to 18 minutes.

Hang husks over edge of grill to prevent burning.

grilled corn on the cob with butter brush and seasonings

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Finish corn:

Remove corn from grill.

Wrap individually in aluminum foil, excluding husks, placing 2 butter pieces on each ear.

Put wrapped corn on unlit side of grill.

corn with silks removed and husks pulled down

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Cover grill to keep warm until ready to serve, at least 5 minutes or up to 30 minutes.

Unwrap corn; sprinkle with salt and pepper.

fresh lemon juice, and 1/4 tsp.

corn with husks tied at bottom

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kosher salt in a food processor until smooth, 1 minute.

Arrange grilled corn on a platter.

Rub corn with butter mixture; sprinkle evenly with 1/2 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano.

grilled corn on grill plate

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Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels, and let stand 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, measure 2 Tbsp.

drippings from skillet into a heatproof bowl.

butter and aluminum foil around grilled corn

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each of mayonnaise, sour cream, and whole buttermilk to bowl, whisking until combined.

each finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, fresh dill, and fresh chives; 1 tsp.

fresh lemon juice; 1/2 tsp.

grilled corn with salt and pepper

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kosher salt; and 1/4 tsp.

onion powder, stirring to combine.

Arrange grilled corn on a platter, and drizzle with ranch mixture.

Sprinkle evenly with chopped bacon.

Honey-Chipotle Glaze

Total 15 min.Process 3 Tbsp.

honey, 2 Tbsp.

chopped scallion (white and light green parts only), 1 1/2 Tbsp.

apple cider vinegar, 1 Tbsp.

chipotle chile in adobo sauce (from 1 [7-oz.]

can), 1 minced large garlic clove, and 1/2 tsp.

kosher salt in a food processor until smooth, 1 minute.

Brush mixture evenly over Classic Grilled Corn.

Return corn to lit side of grill.

Grill, uncovered, until glaze is warmed through and adheres to corn, 4 to 5 minutes.

Arrange grilled corn on a platter, and sprinkle evenly with 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives.

Smoky Barbecue Rub

Total 15 min.Stir together 2 Tbsp.

dark brown sugar; 1 Tbsp.

smoked paprika; 1 tsp.

fresh lime zest; and 1/2 tsp.

each of ancho chile powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder in a small bowl.

Sprinkle mixture evenly over Classic Grilled Corn.

Return corn to lit side of grill.

Grill, uncovered, turning occasionally, until sugar is melted, 4 to 5 minutes.

Arrange grilled corn on a platter, and serve with lime wedges.

Frequently Asked Questions

For a more intense heat and charred kernels, grill on the bottom.