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Polenta

A creamy and versatile Italian dish made from cornmeal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Polenta Base
  • 1 cup Cornmeal Preferably coarse
  • 4 cups Water Or broth for added flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Optional for creaminess

Method
 

Cooking Polenta
  1. Bring water and salt to a boil in a saucepan.
  2. Gradually whisk in the cornmeal, reducing heat to low.
  3. Cook for about 30 minutes, stirring frequently until thickened.
  4. Stir in butter if using, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Polenta can be served soft or allowed to cool and sliced for grilling or frying.

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