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Creamy Cheese Polenta

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PREP TIME
10 min
COOKING TIME
25 min
TOTAL TIME
35 min
SERVINGS
8 servings
Dinner European
Creamy Cheese Polenta
Ingredients
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 cup polenta or yellow cornmeal
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
1
Combine milk, water, and kosher salt in a large pot over medium-high heat; bring to a rolling boil. Gradually incorporate polenta into the boiling milk-water mixture, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
2
Reduce heat to a low simmer and cover the pot with a lid, allowing it to cook gently for approximately 20 minutes or until it reaches a creamy consistency.
3
During this time, periodically lift the lid and gently stir the mixture to prevent it from sticking to the pot.
4
Once the cooking time has elapsed, remove the pot from the heat source and stir in butter until it is fully incorporated.
5
Continue stirring until pepper is also well combined with the mixture.
6
Finally, gradually stir in cheese until it has melted and the sauce is smooth. Serve the dish hot.