Creamy Polenta
This easy polenta takes only a few minutes of stirring before it's left to cook on its own to creamy perfection. If you have leftovers, chill them overnight in a greased pan, slice into slabs, brush with canola oil and broil until both sides begin to crisp. Serve as a side dish at supper or for breakfast with maple syrup or honey.
Prep Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Servings:
8 servings, about 1/2 cup each
Ingredients
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1 1/3 cups cornmeal
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6 cups cold water
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1 teaspoon salt
Directions
1.
Combine cornmeal, water and salt in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. Partially cover the pan, reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thick and very creamy, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
2.
Remove from the heat, cover and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition information
Calories 74, Total Fat 1 g, Sodium 303 mg, Carbohydrate 16 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, Potassium 60 mg. Exchanges: Starch 1.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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