Get a big pot of water boiling. Big enough that the corn can swim a little. Don’t crowd them like they’re on a rush-hour train.
Drop the husk-on ears in carefully. Yes, they will float. That’s fine. Just push them down with a spoon after a minute.
Set a timer for exactly 6 minutes from the moment the water comes back to a boil. I’m serious. Set the timer. Six minutes is the sweet spot.
How to Boil Corn on the Cob Recipe - Love and Lemons
Overcook it, and you’ll get mushy corn. Undercook it, and it’s too crunchy. Six minutes. Remember that number. Write it on your hand.
