THE BEST Soft Creamy Polenta
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THE BEST Soft Creamy Polenta
Description
This recipe uses 2 cups of coarse, stone-ground cornmeal slowly cooked with 11 cups of cold water and kosher salt in a heavy pot. After whisking and bringing to a gentle simmer, the pot is covered and baked in a 375°F oven for one hour.
After stirring to free any stuck polenta, the baking continues until the texture is smooth and creamy, characteristic of slow-cooked polenta. Once removed, it rests briefly before serving. Parmesan cheese adds rich umami flavor, and freshly ground black pepper seasons the final dish.
This slow baking method allows the polenta grains to cook gently and evenly without constant stirring, resulting in a tender and creamy consistency. It can serve as a base for sauces, meats, or vegetables, or be enjoyed simply with cheese and pepper.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cornmeal coarse, stone ground
- 11 cups water cold
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- black pepper freshly ground
- Parmesan Cheese grated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Add the cornmeal to a large cast iron dutch oven or heavy bottom pot. Pour in 11 cups of cold water and add the kosher salt. While whisking, bring to a gently bubbling simmer to release the gluten and separate the grains.
- Cover with a lid and transfer the pot to the oven to bake for 1 hour. After an hour, use a wooden spoon to stir and release any of the polenta stuck to the corners or sides of the pot. Bake for another 15-30 minutes or until it's the consistency you like best. Remove from the oven, stir, and allow the polenta to sit for about 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and freshly ground black pepper to taste. *adapted from Christopher Kimball's Milk Street
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 153 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 153kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 874mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 128mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Calcium | 2mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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