Corn on the Cob with Cheese and Lime



4 ears of corn in the husk
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/8 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste
3/4 cup shredded feta
Accompaniment: lime wedges


1. Prepare grill. Soak corn in husks in cold water 10 minutes. Drain corn and grill on a rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals until husks are charred, about 10 minutes. Shuck corn and grill until kernels are browned in spots, about 10 minutes.
2. While corn is grilling, in a small bowl whisk together mayonnaise and cayenne. Brush mayonnaise mixture onto hot corn and sprinkle with feta. Serve corn on the cob with lime wedges.

Yield: 2 servings

Gourmet
August 1999