Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe LexingtonMarcapone Polenta Recipe

Marcapone Polenta Recipe

Inspired by The Lexington
Time45m
Serves4

Make Marcapone Polenta Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Polenta Base

Mascarpone Mixture

Method

Prepare Polenta

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat. Add 1 tsp of salt.

  2. 2

    Add Polenta

    Once the water is boiling, gradually whisk in 1 cup of polenta, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.

  3. 3

    Cook Polenta

    Reduce heat to low and continue to cook, stirring frequently, for about 20-25 minutes or until the polenta is thick and creamy.

Mix Mascarpone Mixture

  1. 4

    Add Mascarpone and Butter

    Once the polenta is cooked, remove it from heat and stir in 1 cup of mascarpone cheese and 2 tbs of butter until fully combined and creamy.

  2. 5

    Incorporate Cheese and Seasoning

    Add 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tsp of black pepper, and 1 tsp of nutmeg. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

Serve

  1. 6

    Plate the Polenta

    Spoon the creamy mascarpone polenta onto serving plates.

  2. 7

    Garnish

    Sprinkle with 2 tbs of chopped fresh parsley and 1 tbs of extra grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

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