Garlic Butter Corn with Melty Cheese
Garlic Butter Corn with Melty Cheese is a delicious side dish that perfectly combines sweet corn, rich garlic butter, and gooey melted cheese. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, offering a delightful burst of flavor in each bite. The vibrant colors and creamy texture make it a crowd favorite that will have your guests coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn on the cob (or 4 cups corn kernels)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Shuck the corn and rinse under cold water. Cut kernels off the cob if desired.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Coat the corn with the garlic butter, adding salt and pepper to taste.
- Spread corn in an oven-safe dish and sprinkle cheese on top.
- Broil on high for about 5 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve immediately for maximum gooeyness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg