Shirley's Perfect Steamed Corn on the Cob Every Time!

Step 1

Husk corn. Set aside.

Step 2

Put 2" of water in the bottom of a lg. pot big enough to hold all your corn. Add salt to water.

Step 3

Place large plate or steamer in bottom of pan.

Step 4

Put corn into the pan, whole or cut in half, and stack vertically (up and down) with the stems at the bottom.

Step 5

Put the cover on, and bring water to a boil.

Step 6

Once water comes to a boil, steam the corn for 15 minutes, keeping cover on.

Step 7

Keep an eye on the water, and if it starts to boil out, add more to keep at around 2" so water doesn't evaporate.

Step 8

Remove corn from pot with tongs, and put on a serving plate.

Step 9

Cover with aluminum foil, until ready to eat.

Step 10

Serve with lots of butter and sprinkle with salt, to taste.