Grilled Corn on the Cob With Chipotle Mayonnaise

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   Light a medium-hot grill while you prepare your corn.

2. 2

   Remove the outer leaves of the husk, leaving two layers.

3. 3

   Gently pull down the remaining leaves, pull off the silk and fold the husks back up, covering the corn.

4. 4

   Cut 12 to 24 pieces of butchers string about six inches long, and moisten them with water.

5. 5

   Tie the cobs at the top and midway down with the wet string.

6. 6

   Place in a bowl or a sink full of cold water, and soak for 15 to 30 minutes while you prepare the chipotle dip.

7. 7

   Place the garlic in a mortar and pestle with 1/4 teaspoon salt, and mash to a smooth paste.

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   Add the chipotle, and mash together with the garlic.

9. 9

   Stir in the chipotle sauce, mayonnaise and yogurt, and mix together well.

10. 10

    When the coals of your grill are medium-hot, remove the corn from the water and pat dry.

11. 11

    Place on the grill, and grill until the corn is uniformly charred, turning the ears often.

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    This could take anywhere from 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the heat.

13. 13

    Remove from the grill and, holding onto the ears with a kitchen towel, cut away the strings and remove the leaves.

14. 14

    Wrap the corn in a kitchen towel to keep warm.

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    Serve with the chipotle dip.

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    Place a generous spoonful on a plate, and roll the corn in it or spread it on the corn with a knife.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.