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creamy polenta

(2 ratings)
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Blue Ribbon Recipe by
Annamaria Settanni McDonald
@ArtByASM
Brooklyn, OH

Oh my gosh, do I love polenta! It is soooo good! It's also a hearty Italian staple that my mom cooks a lot. I love the grainy goodness with just about any Italian dish. This is made with chicken stock, which adds more flavor than some that use water. I love it with sausage and peppers, sausage and beans, or with tomato sauce and cheese. Very versatile, sometimes I even top it with an egg with shredded cheddar cheese. Be creative! It's the Italian version of grits.

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Need an easy and impressive side dish? This creamy polenta uses finely ground polenta that takes just minutes to prepare compared to coarse polenta. The secret to preparation is to whisk the cornmeal quickly into the boiling water. The final result is a perfectly smooth polenta. Adding butter, cream, and cheese makes the polenta creamy, smooth, and decadent. This no-fail polenta recipe is a way to elevate a special meal.

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew
(2 ratings)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For creamy polenta

  • 1 qt
    chicken stock
  • 1 1/2 c
    finely ground cornmeal
  • 1/4 c
    heavy cream
  • 1/4 c
    freshly grated Parmesan
  • 3 Tbsp
    butter
  • pinch
    salt

How To Make creamy polenta

  • Bring the chicken stock to a low simmer.
    1
    In a large saucepan, over medium heat, bring the chicken stock to a low simmer.
  • Whisk the cornmeal into the stock.
    2
    Quickly whisk the cornmeal into the stock. Lower the temperature to medium-low to keep it from splattering. Cook for 3-5 minutes.
  • Stir in the cream, Parmesan, butter, and salt.
    3
    Stir in the cream, Parmesan, butter, and salt. Serve with your favorite Italian dish or add-ins. Buon Appetito!
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