Soft Butter Cheese Polenta
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Soft Butter Cheese Polenta, a velvety classic that combines rich Parmesan cheese, creamy butter, and a touch of heavy cream for a luxurious texture and flavor. Perfectly seasoned with a hint of black pepper and topped with fresh parsley for a burst of color, this dish is as inviting as it is versatile. Made with simple pantry staples like yellow cornmeal and ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the ideal side dish to elevate any meal, from roasted meats to sautéed vegetables. Whether you're hosting a cozy dinner or craving a hearty treat, this creamy polenta is sure to steal the spotlight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Yellow cornmeal (polenta)
- 4 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir in the salt to season the water.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and slowly whisk in the cornmeal in a steady stream to avoid lumps forming.
Continue whisking constantly for the first 2-3 minutes to ensure a smooth texture.
Lower the heat to low and switch to a wooden spoon. Stir the polenta frequently, scraping the bottom of the pan to prevent sticking, for about 25 minutes, or until the mixture is thick and creamy.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter, Parmesan cheese, and heavy cream until fully incorporated and creamy. Adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed.
Stir in the black pepper for a hint of spice and flavor.
Transfer the polenta to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy this rich, buttery, and cheesy dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
628 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.0 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.0 g | 185% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 173 mg | 58% | |
| Sodium | 3755 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.4 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 32.4 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 951 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 18 mg | 0% | |
*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.
