When it comes to corn, I am a purist. Butter, salt, eat. That’s my modus operandi. However, purists are meant to be corrupted. When I spotted this recipe in Gourmet Magazine, I opened my arms to the heavens (That’s where the food gods live, don’t you know? Have you not seen the trailers for the upcoming movie Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs?) and screamed, “Corrupt me now!” I’m pretty sure the neighbors won’t be speaking to me for awhile.
The butter and feta become a creamy, slightly tangy sauce, while the mint nestles between the sweet corn kernels and adds an inebriating herbal flavor. Oh yes, corruption is good.
Shuck 4 ears of corn and cut each ear in half.
In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons softened butter, 2/3 cup feta cheese (I had a lovely sheep’s milk feta on hand)…
3 tablespoons minced fresh mint (say that 5 times fast)…
…and a heaping 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt.
Mix well.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the corn pieces.
Boil gently for about 3 minutes, or until the corn kernels are just tender.
Using tongs, remove the corn from the water and place it into the bowl with the feta-butter mixture. It’s okay if there’s some excess water on the corn. That will loosen up the feta butter just enough to coat the corn.
Toss the corn in the butter mixture until all of the pieces are well-coated.
Serve it up!
Other corn on the cob recipes:
Homesick Texan’s Mexican Corn on the Cob
Just Hungry’s Corn on the Cob with Butter & Soy Sauce
Simply Recipes’ Grilled Corn on the Cob
Corn on the Cob with Mint-Feta Butter
Adapted from Gourmet Magazine
4 ears of corn, shucked and cut in half
2 tbsp butter, softened
2/3 cup feta cheese
3 tbsp minced fresh mint
1/4 tsp (generous) kosher salt
In a large bowl, combine the butter, feta, minced fresh mint, and salt. Mix well.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the corn pieces. Cook for about 3 minutes, or until the corn kernels are just tender. Using tongs, remove the corn from the water and place it into the bowl with the feta-butter mixture. Toss the corn in the butter mixture until all of the pieces are well-coated. Serve immediately.
Serves 4.
Karine says
Corn with feta and mint! That is such a wonderful idea! 🙂
Barbara Bakes says
The Utah corn is so great right now. I need to give this a try!
{kiss my spatula} says
i'm usually a purist when it comes to corn on the cob as well, but this one looks soooo tempting!
Alta says
Now is when I profess my love to you! 🙂 This looks delicious!
I also love your plate, really cool!
Kriskishere says
I saw this recipe in the magazine too. Yours look amazing! I used to go to a restaurant where they would serve feta butter with their bread..it was so good – I think I can get behind this one 🙂
ValleyWriter says
This looks incredible! Great for that early season corn that needs a little extra umph.
CheapAppetite says
I couldn't have thought that corn on the cob would look so fancy. Very nice looking photo:)
mathildescuisine says
I love the idea of the corn with the feta. have you already tried mashed corn with some coconut milk? Delicious!
CreativeGal says
This looks elegant AND delicious!
CaptnRachel aka Tha Pizza Cutta says
super simple and creative-doesn't get much better than that!
Jenn says
How funny. I posted about corn on the cob today, too. I'm lovin' the mint-feta butter recipe. I've got to try that next time.
The Notetaker says
Love this! And I have all of the ingredients on hand so I may make it tonight. Thanks!
Vegan Deluxe says
I'll have to try this out this weekend! I think I'll grill the corn first, and see how that works 🙂
HannahBanana aka Amanda says
I do herb/spice butters all the time with corn on the cob but have never thought to add cheese! I would love this…feta melts so nice and creamy and would add great saltiness!
Fridge full of corn…I know what I am doing with it tonight!
🙂
the ungourmet says
Your corn is so pretty! I bet it tasted delicious too!
Janice Soriano says
I wouldn't think to match feta and mint but that's such a great idea. I'll have to try this recipe this weekend.
Miranda says
I would of devour all of those ears of corn with this wonderful flavors added. LOL.
Once again, a great post.
Joyce says
I just found your site because of the Top 9 on Foodbuzz and your Grilled Summer Veggie Salad caught my eye. But now the corn w/ the feta – oh my! Can't wait to try it!!!
doggybloggy says
if I didnt know better I would swear you were trying to get my attention…
Cookin' Canuck says
Sorry that I didn't respond to your comments earlier. Thank you for weighing in on this recipe and I do hope you have a chance to try it.
Diana Bauman says
YUMM!! I've never thought of adding anything to corn, wow, you've definitely inspired me!!
Peabody says
How unusual, but sounds yummy.
Sweet and Savory says
What a creative way to serve corn.
Please stop by blog. There is something waiting for you there.
Angie's Recipes says
Very innovative and the pictures look so stunning beautiful!
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heidileon says
nice idea! quite innovative and interesting mix of flavor. A must try
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