Polenta is a very popular ingredient and originates from Italy, it is obtained by grinding the corn enough to make it granular but not too much to turn it into flour. At this article, we bring you this exquisite recipe for creamy polenta that has the smooth texture of puree, the exquisite flavor of corn, and the rich aroma of butter.
It is an excellent side dish for your dishes with chicken or meat. You can also prepare it to cover a delicious dinner at home and, due to its presentation, we recommend consuming it in cold climates to warm up the body a little. Read on and discover how to make creamy polenta step by step!
Ingredients to make Creamy Polenta:
- 500 milliliters of water
- 500 milliliters of milk
- 250 grams of polenta
- 3 tablespoons of butter
- 50 milliliters of liquid cream
- 80 grams of Parmesan cheese
- 1 pinch of nutmeg
- salt and pepper
How to make Creamy Polenta:
- In a medium saucepan, heat the water, milk, butter, salt, pepper, and nutmeg to a boil.
- Add the polenta little by little while you are stirring with a wooden paddle so that there are no lumps.
- Once incorporated, lower the flame to a minimum and let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring from time to time so that it continues to acquire creaminess.
- Stirring for the last time, add the cream and grated cheese until they are completely integrated into the mixture and remove from the heat.
- You can let it sit for a few minutes, but we recommend that you serve the creamy polenta while it’s still hot.
Creamy Polenta – Sides
The texture of the creamy polenta makes it an excellent recipe to combine with other ingredients. One of the most popular preparations is to make polenta with taco or polenta with Bolognese sauce, becoming a perfect dish for winter and autumn, as well as to restore energy.
You can also serve the polenta with grated cheese sprinkled on top, you can use whatever you like, and from here we recommend Parmesan cheese. In this way, you can enjoy the creamy polenta recipe as a garnish for meat, chicken or vegetarian recipes. Another great idea is to make creamy polenta with mushrooms. Tell us how you served it!
