Jun 08 2026
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Creamy Polenta Recipe

Inspired by BOTANIST
Time45m
Serves2

Cultivated mushrooms, hen egg, chicken jus

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Ingredients

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Polenta

Mushrooms

Eggs

Chicken Jus

Method

Preparing the Polenta

  1. 1

    Cook the Polenta

    In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Gradually whisk in the cornmeal, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Reduce heat to low and cook for about 20-25 minutes, stirring frequently until thickened.

  2. 2

    Add Cream and Butter

    Once the polenta is cooked, stir in the heavy cream, butter, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until creamy. Set aside.

Cooking the Mushrooms

  1. 3

    Sauté the Mushrooms

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add the mushrooms, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms are golden brown and tender.

Cooking the Eggs

  1. 4

    Fry the Eggs

    In a non-stick skillet, cook the hen eggs to your desired doneness. Season with salt and black pepper.

Preparing the Chicken Jus

  1. 5

    Make the Chicken Jus

    In a saucepan, bring the chicken stock to a simmer. Reduce it to about half its volume. Stir in butter, salt, and pepper. Keep warm.

Assembly

  1. 6

    Plate the Dish

    To serve, spoon the creamy polenta onto plates, top with sautéed mushrooms, and place a fried egg on each. Drizzle the chicken jus around the plate.

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