Let's Dish: Mexican Corn

May 4, 2013 (CHICAGO)

Chris Koetke, host of "Let's Dish" on the "Live Well Network," Has a recipe to slather the corn husks with lime mayonnaise, cheese, and chili powder. You can find more recipes likes this on the Live Well Network (http://livewellnetwork.com/index).

Recipe for Mexican Corn
Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 15 minutes (plus 1-2 hours soaking time)
Cook time: 15-20 minutes or 30-45 minutes
Serves: 6

Ingredients:
6 ears corn (with husks still on), soaked in cold water for 1-2 hours
Lime mayonnaise (recipe below)
½ cup grated Mexican cheese
Chile powder to taste
Salt

Preparation:
1. To grill, place corn on a moderately hot grill. Grill corn for 15-20 minutes. To roast the corn, place on a baking sheet and put in a 375° F oven for 30-45 minutes. To test doneness, peel back some of the husk to see if the kernels are tender.
2. To serve, shuck the corn, slather with with lime mayonnaise, and then sprinkle with cheese, chili powder and salt.

Ingredients:
Lime Mayonnaise, cheese, and chile powder
½ cup low-fat mayonnaise
2 Tablespoons lime juice

Preparation:
Combine mayonnaise and lime juice.

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