Creamy Polenta

Buttery and creamy homemade polenta makes a rich accompaniment for saucy main dishes, with options for reheating as breakfast or appetizers.

Category Tags:

Side Dish

Cuisine Tags:

ItalianAmerican

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Instructions

  1. Start boiling 2 cups of water in a small pot.

  2. Place cornmeal in a heavy stockpot.

  3. Gradually whisk 2 cups of water and salt into the cornmeal until combined and lump-free.

  4. Gradually whisk the boiling water into the cornmeal mixture.

  5. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly for 3-4 minutes until simmering.

  6. Stir in milk and butter, then cook over low heat, whisking for 10 minutes.

  7. Taste and adjust seasoning; add more liquid if too thick or cook longer if too thin for desired consistency.

  8. Remove from heat and stir in cheddar and Parmesan until melted.

  9. Serve warm with extra grated Parmesan.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Calories: 311 kcal
Carbohydrate: 36 g
Cholesterol: 40 mg
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 9 g
Saturated Fat: 9 g
Sodium: 571 mg
Sugar: 4 g
Fat: 15 g
Unsaturated Fat: 0 g