Italian•comfort
Creamy Parmesan Polenta
This buttery and creamy Polenta is made even richer and classier with Parmesan cheese. Goes perfectly with some hearty meaty dishes or roast vegetables.
- Prep time
- 9 min
- Cook time
- 30 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 3 cups water
- 1 cup polenta
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- 1
Add the water to a large saucepan set over medium-high heat. Bring it to a boil.
- 2
Slowly add the polenta, whisking continuously.
- 3
Cook the polenta, stirring occasionally until it has thickened slightly. If using Instant Polenta (my preference), it should be finished cooking in 3-5 minutes. If using cornmeal (coarse or fine), it should be finished in 25-30 minutes.
- 4
Add the parmesan, butter, and salt.
- 5
Serve immediately.