Grilled Corn with Herb Butter

Ingredients

• 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
• 8 servings cayenne pepper 
• 8  ears corn 
• 2 tablespoons tender herbs fresh finely chopped (such as cilantro, chives, and/or flat-leaf parsley)
• 1.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
• 0.5 cup butter unsalted room temperature (1 stick)
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

• bowl
• grill

Directions

1. Prepare grill for medium-high heat.
2. Mix butter, herbs, salt, pepper, and a pinch of cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Set herb butter aside.
3. Brush corn with oil and grill, turning often, until it is tender and charred in spots, 5-8 minutes.
4. Transfer corn to a large platter or bowl and spread with reserved herb butter, dividing evenly.
5. DO AHEAD: Herb butter can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before spreading over grilled ears of corn.