Sweet Corn in Two Ways

ears corn

mayonnaise

finely grate lime zest

fresh lime juice

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling

finely chopped fresh cilantro

freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Mexican-style hot sauce, such as Cholula or Tapatio, for serving

For Queso:

unsalted butter

extra-virgin olive oil

fresh (from 4 ears) or thawed frozen corn kernels

small red onion, finely chopped

jalapeno, seeded and minced, plus thinly sliced jalapeno for garnish

garlic cloves, minced

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

cornstarch

Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (2 cups)

Chopped fresh cilantro, for sprinkling

Tortilla chips, for serving

For Pepperoni Crumbs:

thinly slices pepperoni, chopped

panko bread crumbs

Kosher salt

extra-virgin olive oil