Perfect Corn on the Cob

Grilled Corn with Lemon Butter & Milford Perfect Corn

Using Milford Spice Company Perfect Corn

This Perfect Corn on the Cob is simple, bright, and full of flavor. Fresh corn is grilled until lightly charred, then slathered with a lemon butter made with Milford Spice Company Perfect Corn. Serve it with lemon wedges for an easy summer side dish, cookout recipe, or weeknight vegetable side.

Ingredients

• 4 ears of fresh corn

• 4 TBSP butter, at room temperature

• 1 lemon, zested and cut into wedges, for serving

• 1/2 tsp Milford Spice Company Perfect Corn

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Corn

1. Heat your grill to medium-high.

2. Grill corn, turning occasionally, until cooked through and lightly charred, 10 to 12 minutes.

3. Alternatively, add corn to a large pot of salted boiling water and cook for 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 2: Make the Lemon Perfect Corn Butter

1. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together butter, lemon zest, and Milford Spice Company Perfect Corn .

Step 3: Finish and Serve

1. Slather hot corn with the butter mixture.

2. Serve with lemon wedges alongside for squeezing.

Why This Recipe Works

This corn on the cob works because the warm corn melts the lemon butter into every bite. The lemon zest adds brightness, the butter makes it rich, and Milford Spice Company Perfect Corn adds an easy savory seasoning finish without needing several separate spices.

Make It Your Way

• For grilled flavor: cook the corn on a medium-high grill until lightly charred.

• For an easy indoor version: boil the corn for 5 to 7 minutes instead.

• For extra brightness: squeeze fresh lemon over the corn right before serving.

• For more richness: add a little extra butter while the corn is still hot.

What to Serve with Perfect Corn on the Cob

This corn pairs well with burgers, grilled chicken, BBQ ribs, hot dogs, steak, pulled pork, summer salads, roasted potatoes, or any backyard cookout meal.

More Ways to Use Milford Perfect Corn

Milford Spice Company Perfect Corn is useful beyond corn on the cob. Try it on roasted vegetables, potatoes, popcorn, grilled zucchini, summer squash, buttered noodles, or mixed into softened butter for an easy seasoned spread.

• Mix it into butter for grilled corn, rolls, or vegetables.

• Sprinkle it over roasted potatoes or grilled vegetables.

• Add it to popcorn for a savory snack.

• Use it as a quick finishing seasoning for summer sides.

Allergen-Friendly Swaps

• Dairy-free: use a dairy-free butter alternative.

• Grill-free: boil the corn according to the alternate directions.

More Easy Summer Side Dish Ideas

Looking for more quick summer sides or cookout recipes? Pair this Perfect Corn on the Cob with other grilled vegetables, BBQ sides, picnic recipes, and Milford Spice Company blends that make simple meals more flavorful.