Parmesan Polenta
Creamy Parmesan Polenta is the ultimate comfort food side dish, blending rich flavors and velvety textures in a simple yet luxurious recipe. Made with a combination of water and whole milk for an extra creamy base, this classic Italian dish is elevated with the addition of freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a touch of butter for a luscious, cheesy finish. The slow-cooked yellow cornmeal becomes perfectly tender, creating a dish that's versatile enough to be served warm and spoonable alongside roasted meats or poured into a baking dish to cool, slice, and grill for a crispy, golden twist. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy Parmesan Polenta recipe is a go-to for any meal, bringing bold flavor and timeless elegance to your table. Whether you're craving cozy decadence or looking for a unique side, this dish hits all the right notes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 cup Yellow cornmeal (polenta)
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 4 cups of water and 1 cup of whole milk to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Once the liquid is boiling, slowly whisk in 1 cup of yellow cornmeal in a steady stream to ensure no lumps form.
Reduce heat to low and continue stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes to prevent sticking.
Add 1.5 teaspoons of salt and let the polenta simmer gently. Stir frequently with a wooden spoon for about 25 minutes, until the mixture is thick and the cornmeal is tender.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter until fully incorporated.
Fold in 1 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese and continue stirring until the cheese is melted and the polenta is creamy.
Season with 0.25 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper, adjusting salt to taste if needed.
Serve immediately as a warm side dish or pour it into a greased baking dish to cool, slice, and grill later. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2243 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.1 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.9 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 282 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 7301 mg | 317% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 210.8 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 120.3 g | 241% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.1 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 2990 mg | 230% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1053 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
