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Grilled Corn with Pesto and Basil Schmear

Give your grilled corn a burst of summer flavor.

By Kate Merker, Sandy CarmoPublished: Jun 20, 2021

5

grilled corn three ways

Hector M. Sanchez

Yields:

4 serving(s)

Prep Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

15 mins

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Ingredients

canola oil
4 shucked corn cobs
1/2 cup pesto, either homemade or store-bought
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

Directions

1. Step 1Set up grill for direct cooking and heat to medium-high. Once hot, clean and lightly oil grates with canola oil. Grill shucked corn cobs, turning occasionally, until charred, 6 to 8 minutes.
2. Step 2Brush cobs with prepared pesto and sprinkle with chopped fresh basil.

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