Sure, grilled corn gets all the glory with its smoky char and grill marks, but boiled corn has its own charm, not to mention it's ridiculously easy. But if you don't know where to start, don't worry.

My family thinks I’m an expert corn picker but I’ve really just mastered the art of timing and sugar water. The secret: two tablespoons of sugar into boiling water, add cobs and bring back to ...