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Default How long 2 boil corn on the cob?

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Caesar > wrote:

> Again, I need your help.
>
> On Friday I am going to my dad's house and we are going to make lunch
> together, using your suggestions for salmon patties.
>
> He just called me and said his buddy dropped off some fresh corn on
> the cob, but my dad does not know how long to boil it. It will be
> probably 2-4 ears of corn. Your suggestions and should one add salt to
> the water.


The white corn we get here in the bay area doesn't need anything but a
bit of a warm-up. We don't boil it, we nuke it just until good and warm
(time depends on how many ears). Doesn't need butter, salt, or anything.

Isaac