Choose corn ears with fresh%2C green husks and sticky yellowish-brown silk. Pick the plumpest ears and peek inside the husk to check for worms or brown spots.

After the rinse, Beal suggests filling a large bowl or a clean sink with enough water to submerge the corn. Add about 1 to 2 ...

First, remove the cornsilk and husk after soaking the ears in water but before grilling, then serve the corn with Chili-Cumin Butter.

To peel corn using a microwave wrap the corn in a damp paper towel and microwave on high for 30 seconds. With a towel, hold the top tassels tightly and shake the corn out of the husk.