Italian, Side Dish Vegetarian

Polenta

Serves 4

Ingredients

Method

1 cu Coarse Cornmeal
4 cu Water Or Milk
¼ tsp Salt And Black Pepper, To Taste
1 tbsp Unsalted Butter
1 tbsp Grated Parmesan Cheese, For Serving

In a large saucepan, bring the water or milk to a boil.

Slowly whisk in the cornmeal, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.

Reduce the heat to low and continue to stir the polenta for 25-30 minutes, or until it is thick and creamy.

Season the polenta with salt and black pepper, to taste.

Stir in the unsalted butter until melted and combined.

Serve the polenta hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.