Creamy Polenta Recipe
This delicious parmesan polenta is so easy to make and a great side dish to serve up during Thanksgiving and the holidays. If you haven’t had polenta before, you have to give this recipe a try, I’m pretty sure you are going to love it! It takes minutes to make and it works so with so many main meals. If you love this recipe, be sure to try my Herb Crusted Salmon with Goat Cheese Polenta.
How to make parmesan polenta
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Bring the water to a boil. Whisk in the polenta. Cook, whilst stirring, until it has thickened. Stir in the parmesan, butter and salt. Serve.
Can you make it ahead of time?
If you are planning to serve this parmesan polenta as part of a big feast, you can easily make it ahead of time. Once it has cooled, transfer it to an aitright container and it will keep well for 2 days in the fridge.
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What do you serve it with?
This polenta can be served in place of rice, pasta or potatoes, and it won’t be out of place at and Thanksgiving or holiday table. Try it with:
Prime Rib Roast Meatball Parmesan Recipe Honey Garlic Salmon and Asparagus Roast Turkey Breast Crockpot Turkey Breast Stovetop Burgers
What does polenta taste like?
Polenta is made from corn, so it has a slight subtle sweetness to it. It has a similar texture and flavor to grits. If you like cornbread, you will love the flavor of polenta!
Cooking Time Notes
Cook time depends on type of polenta, anywhere from 3-30 minutes. 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. If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy! You can also jump to recipe.
