Best 10 Corn With Basil Butter Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our mouthwatering corn on the cob, elevated by a luscious basil butter that tantalizes your taste buds. This culinary delight is a harmonious blend of sweet corn kernels, aromatic basil, and a hint of garlic, all enveloped in a velvety butter sauce. Prepared in just 15 minutes, this simple yet satisfying dish is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a quick and easy weeknight meal. Discover the magic of corn with basil butter, and relish the burst of flavors that will leave you craving for more.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Classic Corn with Basil Butter:** Experience the timeless flavors of this traditional recipe, where sweet corn is generously coated in a luscious basil butter, creating a perfect balance of savory and herbaceous notes.

2. **Creamy Corn with Basil Butter:** Elevate your corn on the cob with a creamy twist. This recipe adds a velvety and rich sauce made from heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of Dijon mustard, enhancing the flavors of the corn and basil butter.

3. **Roasted Corn with Basil Butter:** Enjoy a smoky and charred twist on corn on the cob. Roasted corn is brushed with a flavorful basil butter before being grilled or roasted until tender, resulting in a smoky and aromatic dish that is sure to impress.

4. **Spicy Corn with Basil Butter:** Add a kick of heat to your corn on the cob with this spicy variation. The basil butter is infused with chili flakes, cayenne pepper, and paprika, creating a fiery and flavorful coating that perfectly complements the sweetness of the corn.

5. **Corn and Zucchini with Basil Butter:** Elevate your corn on the cob by pairing it with tender zucchini slices, all coated in a luscious basil butter. This colorful and flavorful dish is a delightful side dish or a light main course.

Explore these delectable recipes and discover your new favorite way to enjoy corn on the cob. With its vibrant flavors and ease of preparation, corn with basil butter is a dish that will become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED CORN WITH BASIL BUTTER



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Fresh corn on the cob is grilled to perfection and slathered in herbed basil butter. The perfect summer side!

Provided by Danelle

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
8 ears corn, husked, washed and dried
1-2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for medium-high heat.
  • Place the ingredients for the basil butter in the bowl of a food processor and pulse until blended. Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.
  • Brush the corn with vegetable oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill for about 10-15 minutes, turning frequently, until corn is charred and tender. Serve hot with basil butter.

CORN WITH BARBECUE BUTTER



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 ears of corn

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 small clove garlic
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
1 tablespoon ancho chile powder
Kosher salt
4 ears of corn, grilled

Steps:

  • Combine the butter, garlic, barbecue sauce and chile powder in a food processor. Season with salt and puree until smooth.
  • Spread the barbecue butter on the grilled corn. Season with salt.

GRILLED CORN WITH BASIL BUTTER



Grilled Corn with Basil Butter image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup basil leaves, plus more for garnish
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ears corn, husked and kernels removed
Sliced scallions, for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine the butter and basil in a food processor and process until smooth, season with salt and pepper, to taste, and pulse a few more times. Scrape into a small bowl.
  • Put a large saute pan on the grill over low heat and add the basil butter. When the butter is hot add the corn kernels and saute for 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with torn basil leaves and scallions.

SESAME CORN AND BASIL SAUTE



Sesame Corn and Basil Saute image

Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 clove garlic, minced
6 ears fresh corn, shucked and kernels cut off the cobs (about 4 cups)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh basil chiffonade

Steps:

  • Lightly toast the sesame seeds in a large skillet over medium heat, taking care not to burn them, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and reserve.
  • Return the skillet to medium heat and add the butter and garlic. Saute the garlic as the butter melts, about 2 minutes. Add the corn, salt and pepper to taste. Cook until the corn is just tender and warmed through, about 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and add the sesame seeds and half the basil and mix until combined. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with the remaining basil.

CORN ON THE COB WITH BASIL BUTTER



Corn on the Cob with Basil Butter image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Puree 1/2 stick softened butter, 1/4 cup basil, the zest of 1 lemon, 1 garlic clove and a pinch of salt. Cook 4 ears of corn in boiling salted water until tender, about 4 minutes. Top with the basil butter and 3 tablespoons shredded parmesan; season with salt and pepper.

BASIL GRILLED CORN ON THE COB



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Corn on the cob is a comforting and cherished Midwest dish. It's amazing when grilled, and my recipe adds a few unexpected ingredients to make it taste even more like summertime. -Caitlin Dawson, Monroe, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 medium ears sweet corn
4 teaspoons butter, melted
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
16 fresh basil leaves
1/2 medium lemon
2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro
Additional butter, optional

Steps:

  • Place corn in a 6-qt. stockpot; cover with cold water. Soak 20 minutes; drain. Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottoms; remove silk. Brush butter over corn; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Press 4 basil leaves onto each cob. Rewrap corn in husks; secure with kitchen string., Grill corn, covered, over medium heat 20-25 minutes or until tender, turning often. Cut string and peel back husks; discard basil leaves. Squeeze lemon juice over corn; sprinkle with cilantro. If desired, spread with additional butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 489mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

STEAMED CORN WITH BASIL BUTTER



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This herb-butter is delicious on steamed corn. The recipe calls for fresh corn on the cob, but I don't see why you couldn't use frozen! Prep time does not include the time to get the butter soft!

Provided by breezermom

Categories     Corn

Time 20m

Yield 6 ears of corn, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
3 tablespoons butter, softened
3 tablespoons whipped butter, softened
1 teaspoon orange rind, grated
6 ears fresh corn, husks and silks removed

Steps:

  • Combine the first four ingredients in a small bowl, stirring until blended. Set aside.
  • Arrange the corn in a vegetable steamer over boiling water. Cover and steam for 10 to 15 minutes or until corn is tender. Remove corn from the steamer; spread the butter mixture over the corn and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.2, Fat 10.6, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 25.4, Sodium 92.7, Carbohydrate 17.3, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 2.9, Protein 3

CORN WITH BASIL



Corn with Basil image

Discover a whole new easy way to love corn! Cooked with onion and celery in butter and mixed with basil--mmm.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups frozen corn
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 medium stalk celery, thinly sliced (1/2 cup)
1 jar (2 oz) diced pimientos, drained
1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/4 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder or 1/4 teaspoon dried minced onion

Steps:

  • Rinse frozen corn with cold water to separate; drain. In 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Cook corn, onion and celery in butter 10 to 12 minutes, stirring frequently, until onion is tender.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes or until corn is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 135 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

FRESH CORN WITH LEMON-BASIL PARMESAN BUTTER



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Your hot corn on the cob will most definitely win in the best-dressed category if you brush it with this lemon-basil butter and some grated Parmesan.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 hot cooked ears corn on the cob
2 Tbsp. butter, melted
4 fresh basil leaves, chopped
1/2 tsp. lemon zest
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Brush corn with combined butter, basil and zest.
  • Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 190 mg, Carbohydrate 17 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 6 g

GRILLED SWEET CORN WITH BASIL BUTTER



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This simple basil butter offers a subtly peppery, aromatic flavor to one of our favorite grilled sides.

Provided by Maggie Ruggiero

Categories     Grill/Barbecue     Corn     Summer     Butter     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 Tbsp finely chopped basil
1/2 tsp chopped thyme
3/4 stick unsalted butter, softened
8 ears corn in husks
Flaky or coarse sea salt for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Stir herbs into butter and let stand at room temperature while preparing corn.
  • Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal (medium high for gas).
  • Pull husks back from corn, covered only if using a gas grill, turning frequently, until tender, 15 to 18 minutes.
  • Serve with basil butter and salt.

Tips for Making Corn with Basil Butter

  • Use fresh corn on the cob. Fresh corn has a sweeter, more flavorful taste than frozen or canned corn.
  • Cook the corn in boiling water. This is the quickest and easiest way to cook corn on the cob.
  • Don't overcook the corn. Overcooked corn is tough and chewy. Cook it just until it is tender, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Make the basil butter while the corn is cooking. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Use fresh basil. Fresh basil has a more intense flavor than dried basil.
  • Season the basil butter to taste. Add salt, pepper, and garlic powder until the butter is flavorful.
  • Serve the corn with the basil butter immediately. The butter will melt and soak into the corn, creating a delicious and flavorful dish.

Conclusion

Corn with basil butter is a simple but delicious side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With just a few fresh ingredients, you can create a dish that is both flavorful and satisfying. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give corn with basil butter a try. You won't be disappointed.

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