Cheesy Polenta

22m
Serves 10
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Directions

  1. 1Bring the water to a boil in a large, heavy pot. Add the salt.
  2. 2Gradually whisk in the cornmeal.
  3. 3Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring often, until the mixture thickens and the cornmeal is tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  4. 4Remove the pot from the heat.
  5. 5Add the cheese, milk, butter and parsley.
  6. 6Stir until the butter and cheese have melted.
  7. 7Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  8. 8Transfer the polenta to a bowl and serve.

Ingredients

  • 9 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 2.5 cups yellow cornmeal or polenta
  • 1.5 cups freshly grated Parmesan
  • 1.5 cups whole milk
  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 0.33 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 0 freshly ground black pepper

Equipment

large heavy potwhisk