Polenta Recipe
Wondering how to make polenta? Cornmeal, water and butter make a polenta that’s creamy, thick, and savory. Top this creamy polenta recipe with roasted veggies, shrimp or ragout.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups water
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- Optional: 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- Bring the water to boil in a medium saucepan. When the water boils, whisk in the cornmeal in a slow steady stream, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the polenta begins to thicken (around 1 to 2 minutes). Add 1 teaspoon kosher salt.
- Reduce the heat so that the polenta bubbles slowly. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes until the cornmeal loses its raw flavor (taste every so often to check).
- When the polenta is complete, turn off the heat and add the butter, Parmesan cheese (if using), and another about 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt and pepper to taste. You can cover it to keep it warm before serving. If the polenta becomes too thick, you can stir in a bit of water to loosen it up.
Notes
Inspired by Jack Bishop in The Complete Italian Vegetarian Cookbook
Find it online: https://www.acouplecooks.com/polenta-recipe/
