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An American Story

The history of grilling at Kingsford is a classic American story. It all started in 1919 when Edward G. Kingsford helped Henry Ford procure a stretch of timberland to supply wood for his auto plants.

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Preserve the Pit

The history of grilling at Kingsford is a classic American story. It all started in 1919 when Edward G. Kingsford helped Henry Ford procure a stretch of timberland to supply wood for his auto plants.

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American Pride

An American-made company founded over 100 years ago, Kingsford has a lot to be proud of. Our employees have been continuing the family tradition in backyards across the nation.

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The Kingsford Difference

Kingsford has been fueling legendary grills since 1920, and we’re still America’s #1 charcoal for good reason. Our briquets light faster, burn longer, and deliver the high heat you need for exceptional results. Whether you’re searing steaks or savoring smoky flavors, one thing’s for certain — nothing beats the original.

Recipes

Grilled Corn

Grilled corn is the cookout must-have everyone loves. What makes it a favorite? Its sweet flavor is enhanced just by grilling it over charcoal.

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Cooking for 4 people

Ingredients

  • 4 ears

    corn on the cob

  • 1 tbsp.

    salt

  • 1 tbsp.

    pepper

  • 2 tbsp.

    butter


1Food Prep

For shucked grilled corn: Prepare your corn for direct grilling by removing the husk and silk.
Grilled Corn in the Husk: If you’re grilling corn in the husk, there’s no prep required — how about pouring yourself a cold beverage in the meantime?

2Grill Prep

3The Cook

    • Shucked Grilled Corn

    • When you’re at temp, put cooking oil on a folded paper towel. Grab the oiled paper towel with long-handled tongs and oil the grate thoroughly.

    • Place your shucked corn directly above the coals. Grill your corn for 10 minutes, turning every 2 minutes until the kernels soften and become lightly charred. If your corn begins to char before kernels soften, move it to the cool side of the grate and close the lid to allow for additional cooking.

    • Once your corn is lightly charred and kernels are cooked through, remove it from the grill. Serve your corn with butter and salt immediately to allow butter to melt, and enjoy!

    • Grilled Corn in the Husk

    • When you’re at temp, put cooking oil on a folded paper towel. Grab the oiled paper towel with long-handled tongs and oil the grate thoroughly.

    • Place your corn directly above the coals. Grill your corn for approximately 15 minutes, turning every 2 to 3 minutes as the husk begins to blacken and the kernels steam within the husk.

    • If a husk catches fire, don’t panic this is pretty common. Move the corn to the cool side of the grate and close the lid. This will kill the flames, and allow the corn to cook through.

    • Once the husk is charred, pull back the husk on one of your corns to check if it’s cooked through. Your corn should be a bright yellow. Continue cooking if your corn is unevenly cooked in areas.

    • Once your corn is cooked through and kernels are softened, remove it from the grill. Shuck your corn and serve with butter and salt immediately to allow butter to melt, and enjoy!

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