Roasted Corn with Basil-Shallot Vinaigrette

3 cups fresh corn kernels
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon minced shallot
1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper, to taste

Preheat oven to 450°F.   Toss corn and oil to coat and spread out on a large baking sheet.   Bake, stirring once, until some kernels begin to brown, about 20 minutes.   Combine basil, shallot, vinegar, salt and pepper in a medium bowl.   Add the corn; toss to coat. Serve warm or cold.

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