Polenta with Blue Cheese
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of this Polenta with Blue Cheese recipe—a creamy, savory dish that is sure to impress. Made with velvety polenta whisked to perfection, it's enhanced by the luxurious addition of crumbled blue cheese, butter, and a splash of heavy cream, creating a silky, melt-in-your-mouth texture. This recipe delivers a perfect balance of earthy cornmeal and the tangy bite of blue cheese, all brought together in just 30 minutes. Finished with freshly ground black pepper and an optional garnish of parsley, this dish is perfect for an elevated weeknight meal or a decadent side dish for special occasions. Whether served as a cozy entrée or an accompaniment to grilled meats and roasted vegetables, this polenta will quickly become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup polenta (cornmeal)
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil and add the salt.
Reduce the heat to low and slowly whisk in the polenta, making sure to stir constantly to avoid lumps.
Continue cooking the polenta on low heat, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon, for about 20 minutes or until it thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
Once the polenta is cooked, stir in the unsalted butter and heavy cream until fully incorporated.
Add the crumbled blue cheese and stir until the cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Taste the polenta and season with freshly ground black pepper, adjusting the salt if needed.
Remove the polenta from the heat and let it sit for a minute or two to thicken slightly.
Serve the polenta warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1804 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.1 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.7 g | 268% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 238 mg | 79% | |
| Sodium | 3960 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 194.5 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 44.1 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 709 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 722 mg | 15% | |
*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.
