Orzo And Corn Off The Cob Food

CORN OFF THE COB

Steps:

• Melt the butter in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the onions and saute until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the chicken stock, heavy cream, corn and some salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is mostly evaporated and the corn is soft. If the corn isn¿t done but the liquid is gone, add a little more stock and continue cooking. Stir in the vinegar and serve.

CORN & PEPPER ORZO

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute red pepper and onion in oil for 2 minutes. Add the corn, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper; cook and stir until vegetables are tender. Drain pasta; stir into the pan.

CREAMY GARLIC-PARMESAN ORZO

Steps:

• Cook the orzo according to the package directions; drain well.
• In a large skillet melt the butter over medium heat; add in the onion and saute until just softened (about 3-4 minutes).
• Add in fresh garlic and chili flakes the last 2 minutes of cooking.
• Reduce the heat to low and add in the cooked orzo, Parmesan cheese, milk or cream, parsley and salt; toss to heat through.
• Season with fresh ground black pepper to taste.

ORZO AND CORN OFF THE COB

Steps:

• Cut kernals off 4 ears of corn on the cob (I use my mandolin for this chore), you should have about 2 cups. Set aside. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boiling. Add the orzo and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 9 minutes or until just tender, adding corn the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain well and place in a large serving bowl.
• Add the olives, sweet pepper, and green onions, toss well. Add the basil, parsley, oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
• Serve at room temperature.

CHEESY BBQ'D CORN-ON-THE-COB

Steps:

• Preheat outdoor grill or preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
• Shuck corn. If desired, leave husks attached to cob to use as holders.
• In a small bowl, combine softened butter, chili powder, and cheese sauce mix or powdered cheese packet.
• Spread butter on corn and wrap each ear individually in foil.
• Place on grill and close lid or place in the oven. Cook 25 to 30 minutes, turning every 5 minutes, or until corn is tender. Remove foil and serve.

CORN OFF THE COB

Steps:

• Remove the husks from the corn and cut the kernels off the cobs with a sharp knife. You should get 5 to 6 cups of kernels. Place in a saucepan with the water, oil, butter and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring. Cover and continue to boil over high heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Serve as soon as possible.

MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE ORZO SALAD WITH CORN

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 7 minutes, or until tender. Drain well and transfer to a large serving bowl.
• Add the corn, red pepper, olives and scallions and toss well. Add the basil, capers, parsley, oil, vinegar, salt and pepper and gently toss. (The salad can be made about 2 hours ahead of time. Cover and refrigerate until 30 minutes before serving.) Decorate the salad with the edible flowers right before serving.

CORN ON THE COB WITH CHILIES, QUESO FRESCO AND LIME BUTTER

Steps:

• Soak the corn in cold water for 1 hour. Prepare the grill. Put the soaked cobs on the hot grill and cook for 25 to 30 minutes, turning frequently.
• While the corn is grilling, make the lime butter. In a small bowl, add the butter, lime juice, tarragon and salt and pepper, to taste. Mix well and spread onto a large plate. Take the corn off the grill and carefully peel back the husks (they will be hot). Remove the corn silk and tie the husks in a knot so you can hold onto it like a handle. Roll the corn in the butter. Top with a good amount of the queso fresco and sprinkle with the spice mixture. Serve immediately.
• For the spice mixture, combine all ingredients.

CORN AND PEPPER ORZO

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions.
• Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute red pepper and onion in oil for 2 minutes.
• Add the corn, italian seasoning, salt and pepper; cook and stir until vegetables are tender.
• Drain pasta; stir into the pan with vegetables.
• Enjoy!