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Creamy Polenta

Creamy Polenta: Your New Favorite Comfort Food Side Dish

Creamy polenta is a delicious and versatile side dish that enhances any meal with its rich, buttery taste.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Water
  • 2 cups Milk Almond milk can be used for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Yellow Corn Polenta Use authentic polenta for best flavor.
For Creaminess
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Olive oil is a great dairy-free substitute.
  • ⅔ cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese Replace with nutritional yeast for a vegan option.
For Seasoning
  • To taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • To taste Chopped Fresh Thyme Other herbs like parsley or basil can also be used.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, combine 2 cups of water, 2 cups of milk, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Place over medium-high heat until boiling.
  2. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and whisk in 1 cup of yellow corn polenta, stirring continuously.
  3. Allow to simmer on low for 25-30 minutes, whisking frequently until thickened.
  4. Turn off the heat and stir in 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter and ⅔ cup of shredded Parmesan cheese until melted.
  5. Season with black pepper and garnish with fresh thyme before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve creamy polenta immediately for the best texture, as it thickens as it cools.

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