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Grilled Corn Side Dish with Cilantro and Chives

March 21, 2021 Leave a Comment

I've been preparing this grilled corn side dish quite a bit lately. Our local stores have been selling sweet corn for about 3 weeks or so now. And the ears have been beautiful, with big, sweet, and crunchy kernels. It has me thinking of summer and outdoor dining. Since we live in the desert SW, outdoor dining is a given, even in winter. So, we have been enjoying both; this beautiful corn side dish and the out-of-doors. Many of the grilled corn recipes out there are either for Mexican street corn, or for corn relishes. This one is more of a warm and herby vegetable side dish. This recipe is versatile. Serve beside the star of the meal, or as a base for grilled or sauced proteins like steaks, shrimp, and fish. I've tried them all and have yet to find a bad combo. I won't take ...

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