Polenta Recipe
Creamy polenta served to perfection, offering a rich and comforting base for your favorite toppings.
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Ingredients
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Polenta Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
Prepare the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tsp of salt to the water.
Add the Cornmeal
Slowly whisk in 1 cup of cornmeal into the boiling water to prevent lumps from forming.
Cook the Polenta
Reduce the heat to low and cook the mixture, stirring frequently, for about 30-40 minutes until it thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pot.
Add Butter and Cheese
Once cooked, remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of butter and 0.5 cups of grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
Season and Serve
Season with black pepper to taste and serve hot as a side dish or base for your favorite toppings.