Jul 13 2026
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Maine Grains Polenta Recipe

Inspired by Aurelia at Castle Hill
Time45m
Serves4

Wild mushroom, truffle

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Ingredients

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Polenta

Wild Mushroom and Truffle Topping

Method

Prepare Polenta

  1. 1

    Cook the Polenta

    In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tsp of salt. Gradually whisk in the Maine grains polenta. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, for about 30 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in butter and grated Parmesan cheese. Set aside.

Prepare Wild Mushroom Topping

  1. 2

    Sauté the Mushrooms

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add mixed wild mushrooms and thyme, sautéing until mushrooms are tender and golden, about 5-7 minutes. Drizzle with truffle oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve

  1. 3

    Combine and Serve

    Spoon the creamy polenta onto plates and top with the sautéed wild mushrooms. Drizzle with additional truffle oil if desired and serve immediately.

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