Polenta
Coarsely ground cornmeal that cooks into a creamy porridge. Stir in butter and parmesan at the end for richness, or pour into a pan to cool, then slice and pan-fry until golden.
Used for
- side dishes
- under stews and braises
- creamy porridge
- pan-fried slabs
In the kitchen
- Simmer.
- Stir constantly.
- Add butter and cheese off heat.
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