Rice Cooker Polenta Aka No Stir Polenta
Say goodbye to constant stirring with this game-changing recipe for Rice Cooker Polenta, also known as No Stir Polenta! Perfectly creamy and incredibly easy, this hands-off method uses a rice cooker to transform coarse cornmeal into velvety polenta with minimal effort. With just five minutes of prep, the rice cooker does all the work, delivering a rich, buttery dish that can be enhanced with Parmesan cheese and a splash of heavy cream for extra indulgence. Ideal as a hearty side or a base for your favorite toppings, this simple yet flavorful recipe is a time-saving twist on a classic comfort food. Perfect for busy weeknights and special occasions alike, this fuss-free polenta is sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Coarse cornmeal or polenta
- 4 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream (optional)
Instructions
Add the coarse cornmeal or polenta, water, and salt to your rice cooker. Stir briefly to combine.
Close the rice cooker lid and set it to the standard or 'cook' setting, depending on your model.
Allow the rice cooker to run its cycle. After approximately 30 minutes, open the lid, stir the mixture to prevent any sticking, and check the consistency.
If the polenta is too thick, add a tablespoon or two of water and stir thoroughly. Close the lid and allow the rice cooker to cook for the remaining time.
Once the rice cooker finishes its cycle (about 50-60 minutes total), open the lid and stir in the unsalted butter. For additional creaminess, you can also add grated Parmesan cheese and/or heavy cream at this stage.
Taste the polenta and adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed.
Serve warm as a side dish or as a base for roasted vegetables, meat, or your favorite sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
294 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.3 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 32 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 788 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.9 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 242 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 82 mg | 2% | |
*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.
