Creamy Polenta

Creamy Polenta. This popular Northern Italian dish is known for its simplicity and versatility. My indulgent version includes both Parmesan and crumbled Stilton cheese!

A favourite way to enjoy this recipe is to nestle Pork Chops & Apple Slaw on top of a bed of this creamy polenta.

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Creamy Polenta

This popular Northern Italian dish is known for its simplicity and versatility. My indulgent version includes both Parmesan and crumbled stilton cheese!  A favourite way to enjoy this recipe is to nestle Pork Chops & Apple Slaw on top of a bed of cheesy polenta.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Italian

Servings 3 -4 servings

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Ingredients

  

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• 4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt plus extra for seasoning
• 1 cup yellow cornmeal
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
• 3 tablespoons crumbled stilton cheese
• Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

 

• In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil over high heat. Add the salt, then whisk in the cornmeal.
• Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring often, until the polenta thickens. The cornmeal should be tender, about 20 to 30 minutes.
• Remove the saucepan from the heat, then add the butter, parmesan, and stilton cheese. Stir until the butter and cheeses have melted and are thoroughly combined.
• Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Keyword corn meal, creamy polenta, easy polenta

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