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Classic Cheese Polenta

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PREP TIME
240 min
COOKING TIME
30 min
TOTAL TIME
270 min
SERVINGS
4 servings
Dinner Italian
Classic Cheese Polenta
Ingredients
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups boiling water
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1
Combine cornmeal, chilled water, and a pinch of salt in a large mixing bowl.
2
Preheat your oven by greasing a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.\nBring the remaining 3 cups of water to a high heat, then gradually pour in the cornmeal mixture while stirring vigorously.
3
As the mixture comes to a boil, maintain a constant stirring motion to prevent lumps from forming.
4
Gradually decrease the heat to a low simmer and stir in the grated cheese until it is fully incorporated.
5
Allow the mixture to cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes or so.
6
Continue cooking the polenta until it reaches a thick, creamy consistency.
7
Pour the cooked polenta into the prepared loaf pan and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.