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Default How long 2 boil corn on the cob?


"OmManiPadmeOmelet" > wrote in message
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> In article >,
> Caesar > wrote:
>
> > Again, I need your help.
> >
> > On Friday I am going to my dad's house and we are going to make lunch
> > together, using your suggestions for salmon patties.
> >
> > He just called me and said his buddy dropped off some fresh corn on
> > the cob, but my dad does not know how long to boil it. It will be
> > probably 2-4 ears of corn. Your suggestions and should one add salt to
> > the water.
> >
> > We are planning on having the salmon patties, cole slaw, fresh corn on
> > the cob (lots of butter!) and fresh sliced tomatoes. This should be
> > fun!
> >
> > Thanks,
> > Caesar

>
> Boiling COC is a horrible way to treat such a succulent treat!
>
> I nuke it whole in the husk, others grill it same way.
>
> Cook it IN the husk for maximum yummyness!!!
>
> Wal-mark has monster ears for $.25 each right now. I'm enjoying them in
> season.......
>
> Just my personal way to do them anyway.
>
> Mom used to boil them years ago. We learnt better after time. ;-d
> --


We nuke ours, too, Kat. About 4 to 4.5 minutes, in the husk, let cool for
about 5 to 10 minutes (whenever you remember to take it out) and it peels
like a dream. Silk and all.

kili