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Cheesy Polenta

Cheesy Polenta

Cost $6.5, save $10

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 25 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $6.5

INGREDIENTS

  • base

    • 🥛 2 cups whole milk
    • 💧 2 cups water
    • 🧂 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
    • 1 cup polenta or yellow cornmeal

  • seasonings and cheese

    • 🧈 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    • 🧀 4 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded

STEPS

1

Combine milk, water, and kosher salt in a large pot over medium-high heat; bring to a boil. Gradually whisk polenta into boiling milk-water mixture.

2

Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer until creamy, about 20 minutes, lifting the lid and stirring every 3-4 minutes to prevent sticking.

3

Remove the pot from heat. Stir in butter and pepper until incorporated. Gradually stir in cheese until melted. Serve hot.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

232

Calories

  • 8g
    Protein
  • 18g
    Carbs
  • 14g
    Fats

💡 Whisk constantly while adding polenta to avoid lumps.Use sharp Cheddar for a more intense cheese flavor or substitute with Parmesan for a different taste.Serve immediately to enjoy maximum creaminess.