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Rinse entire ear of corn under water briefly. Wrap corn in a paper towel and place on a microwave-safe plate. Cook corn in the microwave oven until hot and cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from microwave and let rest for 2 minutes. Remove corn husk.
Boiling sweet corn stops that conversion and helps retain the full flavor as well as the texture so the faster you get the corn to the cooking kettle, the better it will be. Exactly how long to boil sweet corn is often argued, but a shorter time allows for better flavor and texture. Once the ears of corn are husked or otherwise prepared, bring a large pot of water to a hearty boil, then slip the ears of corn into it. Wait until the water returns to a full boil, then time it for two minutes and remove the corn with tongs.