Name: Creamy Parmesan Polenta
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 38 min
Total time: 43 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 4 cups Water; 1 tsp Salt; 1 cup Polenta; 2 tablespoons Butter; 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese

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Creamy Parmesan Polenta

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Instructions

Add water and salt to large sauce pan and bring to a soft boil.

Slowly whisk in polenta. It’s important to go slowly and continually whisk so you don’t get lumps.

Turn heat to low and allow polenta to gently simmer while continually whisking.

When polenta starts to thicken, stop whisking and cover sauce pan.

Allow polenta to simmer with a lid on for 30 minutes, stirring every 5-6 minutes.

After 30 minutes, turn off the heat and add butter.

When butter is halfway melted, stir in the parmesan cheese.

Replace the lid on the pot and allow to sit off the heat for 5 minutes

Taste the polenta and adjust seasoning if necessary.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Use a Whisk Constantly 🥄
Whisk the polenta continuously while adding it to boiling water to prevent lumps from forming and ensure a perfectly smooth, creamy texture.
Toast the Polenta First 🌾
Lightly toast dry polenta in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes before cooking to deepen its nutty flavor and enhance the overall richness of the dish.
Add Cheese at the End 🧀
Stir in Parmesan and butter only after removing from heat to prevent the cheese from becoming grainy and to preserve its creamy, luxurious texture.
Use Quality Polenta and Cheese 👑
Invest in authentic polenta cornmeal and freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano for superior flavor and creaminess that pre-grated alternatives cannot match.
Maintain the Right Consistency 💧
Keep polenta creamy by gradually adding warm broth or water if it becomes too thick while stirring, achieving a pourable yet substantial texture.