Food & Cooking Recipes Lunch Recipes Steamed Corn on the Cob with Orange-Oregano Butter By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Website An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Updated on May 16, 2017 Print Share Share Tweet Pin Email Servings: 8 Serving sweet corn with a flavored butter, like this one with zest and herbs, makes it even more delectable. Ingredients 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened 1 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh oregano Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 8 ears corn, shucked Directions Stir together butter, zest, chives, and oregano. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; set aside. Bring 1 inch of water to a boil over medium-high heat in a large, covered, stockpot. Place corn in pot vertically, stem ends down; cover, and steam corn until just tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer corn to a large bowl. Toss with some of the butter; season with salt and pepper. Serve with remaining butter. Print