You can’t have summer without corn on the cob. It’s just an unwritten rule, and I’ve gladly come to terms with that. The only problem is, is the shucking! Those tiny strings inevitably cling on to the corncob for dear life and then decide to conveniently get stuck in your teeth when no toothpick is to be found. Welp, if there’s a problem, there’s a way—especially these days on the Internet. Facebook user, Louise Bourque Garnett shows you one of the most practical ways to cook and shuck a cob of corn. She pops it in the microwave and then cuts the end, making the cob slide right out of its husk.

For just one ear, you can nuke it in the microwave with its husk intact for approximately four minutes or so. If you feel so inclined, you can wrap the entire thing in a damp paper towel, but the husk will create the natural moisture it needs to get the job done. Okay, so you might have already known that. The next part will blow your mind. Garnett chops off the end of the cob with a big knife, and squeezes the cob at the top of the husk—slipping it right out. No strings attached (sorry, I couldn't resist!). It’s best to follow her method after you have nuked the ear in the microwave. Though, make sure to allow it to cool and be careful, as it will be a hot, hot tamale. How do you prepare your corn on the cob?

The Most Practical Way to Cook and Shuck Corn on the Cob