Ingredients

• 1/2 cup salt
• 4 quarts cold water
• 8 ears of corn, husks and silk removed
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened or melted

Directions

1. Dissolve salt in the cold water in a large vessel. Add the corn and soak for at least 30 minutes, up to 8 hours.

2. Prepare grill for direct cooking over medium heat.

3. Clean and oil cooking grate. Let grate warm up for 5 minutes if using charcoal, 15 if using gas.

4. Place corn on grill and cook (covered if using gas) until kernels are lightly charred all over, about 10 minutes, turning the corn every 2 to 3 minutes.

5. Transfer to a serving platter and brush with butter.

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