20 mintime
Easydifficulty
4Servings
—Rating
Nutrition facts
320 kcalCalories
10 gProtein
30 gCarbs
17 gFat
Approximate values estimated by AI
Quick Creamy Polenta
80% authentic · Italian-American
A faster, simpler version of polenta, perfect for weeknights. It uses finer cornmeal for quicker cooking and is enriched with cream and Parmesan for a smooth, luxurious texture.
Ingredients
Servings4
- Fine cornmeal (polenta)1 cup
- Water4 cups
- Milk1 cup
- Salt1/2 teaspoon
- Butter2 tablespoons
- Heavy cream1/4 cup
- Parmesan cheese1/2 cup, grated
Steps
- 1
In a saucepan, combine water, milk, and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- 2
Slowly whisk in the fine cornmeal to prevent lumps.
- 3
Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring constantly, for about 15-20 minutes, until thickened and creamy.
- 4
Stir in the butter, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan cheese until smooth and well combined.
- 5
Serve hot.
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