This sauteed corn recipe is a fresh and easy way to highlight summers most iconic vegetable.
Youll have a bowl of neatly captured kernels ready for cooking.
The fresh, in-season corn gets a buttery coating and is tossed with flavorful, fragrant shallots and basil.

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Besides adding a pop of color to your meal, corn also brings antioxidants and fiber.
Get our expert tips and tricks so you’ve got the option to make it all summer long.
Add corn; stir to coat.

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Reduce heat to medium; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 6 minutes.
Add shallots; cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant; 2 minutes more.
Remove from heat; stir in 1/4 cup basil, salt and pepper.

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Transfer to a serving dish; top with the remaining 2 tablespoons basil.
The corn should feel heavy, and the kernels should be plump and juicy.
If youre into kitchen gadgets, like a handy corn planer or shaver, go for it.
However, your paring knife will work just as well.
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