HERBED POLENTA

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Make and share this Herbed Polenta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jacques Lorrain

Categories     European

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup assorted fresh herb leaves (such as mint, tarragon, parsley and basil)
1/4 cup corn oil
2 tablespoons corn oil
3 1/4 cups water
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/3 cup whipping cream
to taste cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Bring small pot of water to boil.
  • Add herbs and blanch 5 seconds.
  • Drain.
  • Refresh under cold water and drain.
  • Place herbs and oil in blender and puree. Cover; chill.
  • (Can be made 1 day ahead.) Bring water to boil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Gradually whisk in cornmeal.
  • Cook until thickened, stirring often, about 5 minutes.
  • Add cream.
  • Stir in 1/4 cup herb puree. Season polenta with salt and cayenne. Serves: 4 Source: Bon Appetit Serve With: meats, roasts

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.1, Fat 24.5, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 27.1, Sodium 38, Carbohydrate 25.6, Fiber 3, Sugar 0.4, Protein 3.6

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