FRESH CORN ON THE COB 
2 ears fresh corn on the cob
Melted butter, if desired

To cook in waxed paper: Cut squares of waxed paper. Husk corn and remove silks. Wash corn. Roll each ear with water that clings to kernels in waxed paper. Brush with melted butter before rolling up in waxed paper, if desired. Twist ends of waxed paper to seal. Place spoke fashion in microwave oven. Microwave at full power (high) for 5 minutes or until kernels are tender, rearranging ears once.

To cook in the husks: Carefully pull husks down ear far enough to remove silks but still keep husks intact. Brush corn with melted butter, if desired. Pull husks back over corn. Quickly run husks under cold water to add moisture for cooking. Place spoke-fashion in microwave oven. Microwave at full power (High) for 5 minutes or until kernels are tender, rearranging ears once.

Since microwave ovens vary in power, you may need to adjust your cooking time.

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Fresh Corn on the Cob
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 Bill (New York) says:
Waxed paper: Use plastic wrap instead of waxed paper; poke few holes to relieve steam pressure. Cook in husks: DON'T remove silks! Trim off both ends, dip in cold water briefly, then microwave. Silk adds flavor and comes off very easy when husking after cooking. Brush with butter after husking. Optional: sprinkle with Parmesan or Romano cheese.

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