Creamy Cheesy Polenta
This simple recipe for Creamy Cheesy Polenta is gluten free and vegetarian, perfect as a side or topped with roasted vegetables or slow cooked meats.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cups milk
- 4 cups half and half
- 2 cups coarse-ground yellow cornmeal
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated
- ½ cup mascarpone cheese, or cream cheese
Instructions
- Add the butter to a large pot on the stove top over medium high heat.
- When the butter begins to melt, add the milk, half and half, cornmeal, and salt to the pot.
- Stir continuously, 10-15 minutes, until the polenta becomes thick and creamy.
- Add the cheeses and continue stirring until the cheese has melted into the polenta.
- Remove from the heat and serve immediately or add to your favorite dish.
Notes
- As the polenta cools, it will firm up. If you want a soft and smooth consistency it should be served immediately. You can reheat solidified polenta back to its creamy state by returning to a pot on the stove and stirring in more milk, until you reach your desired smoothness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 638kcal (32%)Carbohydrates 52g (17%)Protein 18g (36%)Fat 40g (62%)Saturated Fat 23g (115%)Cholesterol 106mg (35%)Sodium 1073mg (45%)Potassium 549mg (16%)Fiber 4g (16%)Sugar 7g (8%)Vitamin A 1215mg (24%)Vitamin C 1.5mg (2%)Calcium 435mg (44%)Iron 1.8mg (10%)
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