It doesn’t get much easier than this. The sweet corn flavor of this basic polenta recipe is the perfect complement for the more complex flavors of a hearty beef stew or braised short ribs.
Basic “Blank Canvas” Polenta Recipe
Cook Time
25 mins
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 4 cups water, salted
- 1 1/4 cups organic yellow cornmeal, medium or coarsely ground
- 2 tbsps butter unsalted
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a large saucepan, bring salted water to a boil. Slowly whisk cornmeal into the water, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Reduce heat to low and cook until corn is tender, about 20 – 25 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
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In a large saucepan, bring salted water to a boil. Slowly whisk cornmeal into the water, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Reduce heat to low and cook until corn is tender, about 20 – 25 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in butter. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.