Golden roasted corn tossed with fresh herbs and salty Parmesan—bright, savory, and irresistibly crisp.
comfort. Perfect for weeknights when you want comfort with a little spice. Enjoy!
Bold flavor, simple steps, and that homemade comfort as only a GoodPlate.Co meal can deliver.
🧾 Introduction
Some meals don’t just feed your body, they fill your heart with joy. Golden roasted corn tossed with fresh herbs and salty Parmesan—bright, savory, and irresistibly crisp is an easy weeknight dinner/summer meal/meal prep, and tastes as if you paid for a gourmet dish, yet is full of the kind of comfort that only home-cooked food delivers.
Now, this is a staple in my rotation — simple enough for Tuesday night, yet bold enough to serve when company drops by. Every bite hits that perfect balance of savory spice and heart, and happiness.
🕒 Quick Facts
| Prep Time | 10 mins |
| Cook Time | 25 mins |
| Total Time | 35 mins |
| Servings | 6-8 |
| Difficulty | Easy |
🧂 Ingredients
- Parchment paper, foil
- 6-8 ears of corn
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup mayonnaise (optional)
- 1 pinch of garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 lemon cut into wedges (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 tsp fresh dill (optional)
The Sauce
- Melted butter
- Mayonnaise
- Parmesan cheese
- Red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- Freshly ground black pepper
The Sides
- Meat of your choosing (of course, ribs)
- Fish
- Shrimp
- Pasta/macaroni & cheese
- Freshly prepared salad
👩🍳 Bringing It All Together
- Open your heart to love and gratitude. Turn on your favorite music. Wash your hands, remove the husk and silk, rinse the corn, then pat dry.
- Next, preheat the oven to 400°F. Get a large baking sheet, lay foil, then layer parchment paper on top of the foil.
- Mix all the sauce ingredients in a bowl (only use half of the Parmesan cheese in the sauce). Mayonnaise is optional.
- Brush the sauce on all sides of the corn.
- Place the corn on the baking sheet, or wrap each ear of corn individually in the foil and parchment paper. Bake for about 25 minutes, turning the corn once (optional). When the corn is done, remove it from the oven and turn off the oven.
- Finally, plate a goodplate, sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese, parsley, and dill on the corn. Garnish and serve hot. Enjoy a dish that never disappoints — gourmet flavor made at home with love.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Gluten-free option: Use certified gluten-free products and double-check the labels of your ingredients.
- Meal prep: Assemble ahead and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
- You can use canned corn. Grill the corn
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Serve hot with your choice of sides: Meat (ribs, yes please), fish, pasta (macaroni & cheese, and shrimp. Add a fresh, crisp salad for cool balance and a light, refreshing beverage.
❄️ Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 325°F until it smells irresistible, about 20 minutes. You’ll have time to set the table, light some candles, and don’t forget your favorite chill music.
💬 Final Bite
Golden roasted corn tossed with fresh herbs and salty Parmesan—bright, savory comfort— this recipe delivers every single time. It’s a GoodPlate.Co favorite because it’s simple, satisfying, and always a crowd-pleaser. When you make it, tag @GoodPlate.Co — we’d love to see your plate!