How long do you boil corn on the cob - immediate answers would be greatly appreciated!!!!!
It depends on how soft you like it...I usually cook it in the water until the water boils. Then I lower the heat and let the corn sit in the pot a bit until we are ready to eat it. Some people only heat it until it is hot. You can also do it in the microwave. I think you leave all the silks and stalk part on, wrap it in wax paper and heat for like 6-9 minutes. I'm not exactly sure that way b/c I haven't done it in the micro. for a while.
Thanks!!! But oh noooooooo - I just put it in and the water was already boiling!! I'm so bad at this......how many minutes you think with it boiling?
It's too late for this post, but for future reference, I bring the water to a boil with one or two spoons of sugar (draws out flavor and sweetness), and toss it in for 3-5 minutes. It gives you a nice hot ear of corn with a nice bite - if you over cook it you get the mushy kernels.
