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Prep Time 5 minutesmins
Cook Time 15 minutesmins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6
Calories 356kcal
Equipment
1 immersion blender (optional)
Ingredients
1tube (500 g)polenta
1cupvegetable broth
½cupmilkor more to taste
½cupparmesan
½tspsaltor more to taste
freshly ground black pepperto taste
Instructions
Cut polenta into small cubes.
Place the cubes of polenta in a small saucepan and cover with vegetable broth.
Cook on medium heat, stirring frequently, until the cubes of polenta have softened and broken down. This should take about 10 to 15 minutes.
Lower the heat to simmer and stir in the milk.
Use an immersion blender to break up the remaining chunks of polenta and make the mixture smooth, thick and creamy. If you don't have an immersion blender, use a metal whisk or the back of a wooden spoon. (This will take longer.)
Add parmesan and stir until combined. Let simmer for 1-2 minutes.
Season polenta with salt and pepper. If desired, add a bit more milk to make the polenta extra creamy. Sprinkle some parmesan on top and serve immediately, either on its own or with sautéed onions or vegetables.
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Notes
For best results, use your smallest saucepan or pot. Using a medium or large saucepan may affect the cooking time or prevent the polenta cubes from breaking down.