Cheesy Polenta

5g protein · 15 min · 184 kcal

Cheesy Polenta

Buttery, soul-satisfying, and creamy, this cheese-laden polenta is perfect served alone or topped with any braised meat, vegetables, or stew.

15 min6 servings184 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 2-3 tablespoons butter
  • ⅓ cup grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat the water, milk and salt in a saucepan over medium high heat. When it is steaming, slowly pour in the cornmeal while whisking the mixture in the pan.

  2. 2

    Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and continue stirring occasionally over the next 10-15 minutes while the mixture thickens.

  3. 3

    Remove the thickened polenta from the stove and add the butter and the cheese. Stir until smooth and creamy. Taste, adjust the salt if needed, and serve warm.

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