SOFT POLENTA WITH MASCARPONE RECIPE

Soft Polenta with Mascarpone Recipe image

Provided by Golfwidow7

Number Of Ingredients 7

Extra virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
4 cups chicken stock or water
2 cups course polenta (not quick cooking)
1/4 cup mascarpone
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

Steps:

1. In a 4-quart saucepan add 4 tablespoons butter and the stock and bring to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper. 2. Slowly add the polenta while whisking and reduce the heat to low. Cook over low heat for 2 hours, or until the polenta is hydrated, stirring frequently. 3. Remove from the heat and whisk in the mascarpone, Parmesan and remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve with a drizzle of olive oil over the top and more Parmesan if desired.