Polenta Recipe
Creamy polenta topped with seasonal vegetables.
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Ingredients
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Polenta
Seasonal Vegetables
Method
Polenta Preparation
- 1
Boil Water
In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add Cornmeal
Once boiling, slowly whisk in 1 cup of cornmeal to prevent lumps.
- 3
Cook Polenta
Reduce heat to low and stir continuously for about 20-25 minutes until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
Stir in 1 cup of milk, 2 tablespoons of butter, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- 5
Season Polenta
Season with black pepper to taste and remove from heat.
Vegetable Preparation
- 6
Prepare Vegetables
Wash and slice the zucchini and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
- 7
- 8
Sauté Garlic
Add minced garlic (2 cloves) and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 9
Cook Vegetables
Add the sliced zucchini and bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- 10
Add Cherry Tomatoes
Add 1 cup of cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they start to burst.
- 11
Finish Vegetables
Season with fresh basil to taste and remove from heat.