Ingredients

2 pinches of sugar

12 ears corn, husks and silks removed

Herbed Butter

Salt and freshly ground pepper

Preparation

Fill a large stockpot with cold water. Set over high heat, and bring to a boil. Add sugar. Add corn, and let simmer until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from water with tongs. Serve immediately with herbed butter, and sprinkle with salt and freshly ground pepper.