Garlic Butter Roasted Corn (Printable version)

Roasted corn on the cob brushed with garlic butter and herbs for a delicious, easy-to-make side dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked and cleaned

→ Garlic Butter

02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon fresh chives, chopped (optional)
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish (optional)

08 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
09 - Additional fresh herbs, for serving
10 - Lemon wedges

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
02 - In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, chives if using, salt, and black pepper until evenly blended.
03 - Pat the corn dry. Brush each ear thoroughly with the garlic butter mixture, ensuring even coverage on all sides.
04 - Arrange the corn on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden with lightly charred spots.
05 - Remove corn from the oven. While still hot, sprinkle with grated Parmesan and additional fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like summer captured on a plate, with that perfect balance of sweet corn and rich, fragrant garlic butter
  • Takes just 35 minutes from start to table, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or last-minute entertaining
  • The roasting brings out the natural sweetness while creating those irresistible charred edges that everyone fights over
  • Works beautifully whether you're feeding two people or a crowd, and it never fails to impress
02 -
  • Dry corn thoroughly before buttering. Any moisture on the surface will prevent the butter from sticking properly and rob you of those golden, crispy edges that make this dish special.
  • Make your garlic butter ahead of time if you want. It keeps in the fridge for up to three days and actually develops more flavor as it sits, so this is perfect for when you're planning ahead.
  • The first few minutes of roasting are crucial. Watch for the garlic to become fragrant, not to brown and turn bitter. That sweet, toasted garlic smell is your signal that magic is happening.
03 -
  • Don't peel back the husks until you're ready to butter them. Husks help retain moisture and keep corn from drying out during roasting.
  • If your oven runs hot, start checking at 18 minutes. Every oven is different, and the goal is golden with light char, not burnt edges.

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