I learned this recipe from a shopper in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, when I was young. I have used this for 40 years, and it has never failed to produce the most wonderful corn on the cob.
Ingredients
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¼ teaspoon white sugar
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4 ears corn, husked and cleaned
Directions
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Stir sugar into water to dissolve.
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Add corn and cover the pot. Turn off heat, leaving the pot on the hot burner.
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Steep corn in hot water until tender, about 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 78 | Calories |
| 1g | Fat |
| 17g | Carbs |
| 3g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
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Servings Per Recipe 4 |
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Calories 78 |
|
| % Daily Value * | |
|
Total Fat 1g |
1% |
|
Saturated Fat 0g |
1% |
|
Sodium 14mg |
1% |
|
Total Carbohydrate 17g |
6% |
|
Dietary Fiber 2g |
9% |
|
Total Sugars 3g |
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Protein 3g |
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Vitamin C 6mg |
31% |
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Calcium 2mg |
0% |
|
Iron 1mg |
3% |
|
Potassium 243mg |
5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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