Creamy Polenta
Polenta is a creamy, comforting dish that transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. Perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings, this versatile dish can be enjoyed as a side or main course, topped with your favorite sauces or veggies. With its rich flavor and delightful texture, polenta is sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side/Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup instant polenta
- 4 cups vegetable broth or water
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth or water to a boil over medium heat.
- Gradually whisk in the polenta while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring regularly until creamy.
- Stir in butter and Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving hot with your choice of toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg