Maryland Corn Pops

Name: Maryland Corn Pops
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 dozen
Ingredients: 8 medium ears sweet corn, husked; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1-1/2 cups mayonnaise; 1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 24 corncob holders; 2 cups crumbled feta cheese; 2 tablespoons seafood seasoning; 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro; Lime wedges, optional

Total Time Prep: 25 min. Grill: 10 min.

Yield 2 dozen

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Fresh-picked sweet corn is a big thing in Maryland. Here’s my homespun version of Mexican street corn that brings in local bay flavors. —Kristie Schley, Severna Park, Maryland

Ingredients

8 medium ears sweet corn, husked
2 tablespoons canola oil
1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
24 corncob holders
2 cups crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons seafood seasoning
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
Lime wedges, optional

Directions

Brush all sides of corn with oil. Grill, covered, over medium heat until tender and lightly browned, 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally. Remove from grill; cool slightly.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, garlic powder and pepper. Cut each ear of corn into thirds. Insert 1 corncob holder into each piece. Spread corn with mayonnaise mixture; sprinkle with cheese, seafood seasoning and cilantro. If desired, serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts

1 corn pop: 164 calories, 14g fat (3g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 336mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.

Fresh-picked sweet corn is a big thing in Maryland. Here’s my homespun version of Mexican street corn that brings in local bay flavors. —Kristie Schley, Severna Park, Maryland

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