How To Make PolentaStep By Step

Earlier in this century, polenta was a staple food eaten out of necessity,

sometimes two or three times a day.

Basic Polenta Recipe

9 Cups Cold Water1 Tablespoon Sea Salt2 Cups Cornmeal

Polenta is a very versatile ingredient that can be used in

many ways.

Yield: Serves 6 - 8Prep Time: 10 minsCook Time: 30 mins

Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan, then add salt, reduce the heat to medium low.

Directions

Old Calabrian Proverb: “If you want your polenta to taste good, only

add the flour when the water is singing!”

Directions

As soon as the water begins to simmer, start pouring in the cornmeal in a thin stream, very slowly while stirring constantly with a wooden spoon to prevent lumps.

Directions:Once all the cornmeal has been added, keep the water at a simmer, and stir frequently. It should take between 25-30 minutes to fully cook the polenta.

Once cooked, the polenta should pull away from the sides of the pot easily.

Soft Polenta

Use polenta directly out of the pot, topped with sauce or vegetables as desired.

Firm Polenta

Once completely cooked, pour onto a wooden board or a greased baking sheet about 2 inches thick and allow to set. Cut into squares and serve as desired.

Baked Polenta

Cut the firm polenta into slices, and place in a buttered baking dish. Add desired topping, and bake at 375 °F. until golden.

Grilled Polenta

Cut firm polenta, brush with oil and grill lightly on both sides.

Fried Polenta

Cut the firm polenta into slices and fry in a few inches of hot oil until golden brown and crispy.

Once considered peasant food, polenta is now appearing in even the most elegant restaurants.

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