Smoky Grilled Corn on the Cob

Name: Smoky Grilled Corn on the Cob
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 6 medium ears sweet corn; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. + soaking Grill: 25 min. YIELD: 6 servings.

We love corn and are always looking for new ways to enjoy it. This tastes great right off the grill but leftovers are delicious in salads and tacos. I like to let the corn cool, cut it off the cob, then top it with butter and fresh cracked pepper. —Rachel Smith, Vicksburg, Michigan

Ingredients

6 medium ears sweet corn
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

1. Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottoms; remove silk. Brush corn with oil. In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients; sprinkle over corn. Rewrap corn in husks; secure with kitchen string. Place in a Dutch oven; cover with cold water. Soak 20 minutes; drain.
2. Grill corn, covered, over medium heat 25-30 minutes or until tender, turning often.

Nutrition Facts

1 ear of corn: 120 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 145mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat.

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