QUICK SOFT POLENTA

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It's easy to prepare this quick and delicious soft polenta side dish; all it takes is a bit of whisking. Serve polenta straight from the pot, or cool, slice, and broil until crisp.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 4

Coarse salt and ground pepper
3/4 cup yellow cornmeal or polenta (not quick-cooking)
1/4 cup finely grated cheese (Parmesan, Asiago, or sharp cheddar)
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper to a boil over high heat. Whisking constantly, very gradually add cornmeal in a thin stream, whisking until smooth before adding more.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer, whisking often, until thickened, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in cheese and butter until smooth. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g

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