Husband to Wife:
“Tomorrow is your birthday. What would you like as a gift?”
Wife: “A giraffe!”
Husband: “Sweetheart, be reasonable. Where can I find a giraffe? Ask for something I can actually manage.”
Wife: “Alright, then give up drinking. That’s something you can do, and I’ll consider it a wonderful gift.”
So, the next day…
Husband: “Here’s the giraffe.”
Never Boil Your Corn Again – Make It Like This Instead!
Love corn on the cob but hate boiling it? There’s an easier way that brings out better flavor: use a slow cooker! This method allows the corn to steam perfectly, retaining all its sweet taste.
Ingredients:
- 8-10 ears of corn
- 1/3 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Unsalted butter, kosher salt, freshly ground pepper, fresh herbs, or green onion to taste
Preparation:
- Place the corn in the slow cooker and add 1/3 cup water.
- Cook on HIGH for 2 1/2-3 hours, until the corn is “bright yellow and tender.”
- Use tongs to remove the corn, then season with salt, pepper, butter, lemon juice, and herbs.
- “Serve immediately and enjoy!”
This simple method makes corn on the cob a breeze to prepare, delivering the full flavor you love without the hassle of boiling.
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