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Creamy Polenta with Parmesan Cheese
This rich and creamy parmesan polenta is a comforting Italian side dish with a silky texture and a buttery, cheesy flavor that pairs beautifully with hearty braises, ragus or roasted vegetables. I'll show you just how easy it is to master this Italian classic recipe with just 5 simple ingredients!
👥 4 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 35 min⏳ Prep: 5 min🔥 Cook: 30 min👤 Nicole Gaffney📖 coleycooks
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- saucepan
- whisk
- wooden spoon
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Add the stock, milk and bay leaf (if using) to a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
milk2 cupsbay leaf (optional)1
2
Whisk in the cornmeal gradually in a slow, steady stream to prevent lumps. Add the salt.
salt1 teaspoon
3
Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring often with a wooden spoon, until thick and creamy, about ⏱️ 20 minutes.
4
Remove the bay leaf if needed and stir in the cheese, butter and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
bay leaf (optional)1butter2 tablespoons
5
Serve hot with an extra pat of butter and/or more grated cheese on top if you like.
butter2 tablespoons
Nutrition Facts
calories
379 kcal
fat Content
16 g
serving Size
1 serving
fiber Content
1 g
sugar Content
8 g
sodium Content
1112 mg
protein Content
17 g
trans Fat Content
0.2 g
cholesterol Content
45 mg
carbohydrate Content
42 g
saturated Fat Content
9 g
unsaturated Fat Content
5 g
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