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Ingredients
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CREAMY POLENTA
Method
CREAMY POLENTA
- 1
Prepare the Water
In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add Salt
Once the water is boiling, add 1 tsp of salt to the water for seasoning.
- 3
Add Polenta
Gradually whisk in 1 cup of polenta into the boiling water to prevent lumps from forming.
- 4
Cook the Polenta
Reduce the heat to low and cook the polenta, stirring frequently, for about 20-25 minutes until it thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- 5
Incorporate Mascarpone
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 1 cup of mascarpone cheese until fully melted and incorporated.
- 6
Add Grana Padano
Next, stir in 0.5 cup of Grana Padano cheese until it melts into the polenta.
- 7
Season
Season the polenta with black pepper to taste and drizzle in 2 tbs of olive oil for richness.
- 8
Garnish (optional)
If desired, top with chopped fresh herbs before serving for added flavor and presentation.