Best 14 Creamy Parmesan Polenta Recipes

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Indulge in the comforting warmth of creamy parmesan polenta, a delectable dish with a rich and velvety texture. This Italian staple is renowned for its simplicity and versatility, making it a favorite among home cooks and culinary enthusiasts alike. Be it a cozy dinner with loved ones or an elegant dinner party, creamy parmesan polenta captivates taste buds with its creamy smoothness and nutty flavor. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the best recipes for this classic dish, using fresh, flavorful ingredients to create a tantalizing dining experience that will leave you craving for more.

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CREAMY PARMESAN POLENTA



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Easy and delicious creamy polenta. Makes a great side, appetizer, or base for a hearty stew.

Provided by Keith Haney

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Polenta Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (18 ounce) package polenta, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup chicken broth
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 dash paprika

Steps:

  • Stir polenta and chicken broth together in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir until the polenta is heated through completely, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove pan from heat. Stir Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and paprika with the polenta mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 532.6 calories, Carbohydrate 87.1 g, Cholesterol 18.2 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 1185.7 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

CREAMY POLENTA WITH PARMESAN AND SAUSAGE



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Polenta is such a natural base for so many savory foods - more flavorful than either pasta or mashed potatoes, but somehow just as forgiving - that it's hard to pick a favorite topping. Having said that, I know what mine is: sausage. The fatty succulence of a banger combined with the lean graininess of the cornmeal is somehow perfect.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, easy, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 good-quality sweet Italian sausages
1 cup medium-to-coarse cornmeal
Salt
1/2 to 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
2 tablespoons butter
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Put oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add sausages and cook, turning occasionally, until well browned on all sides and cooked through, about 20 minutes. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, put cornmeal in a medium saucepan along with 1 cup water and whisk well to make a slurry; continue whisking mixture to eliminate any lumps. Put pan over medium-high heat, sprinkle with salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and continue to cook, whisking frequently and adding water as needed to keep mixture loose and free of lumps, between 3 and 4 more cups. If mixture becomes too thick, simply add a bit more water; consistency should be similar to sour cream's.
  • Polenta will be done in 15 to 30 minutes, depending on grind. Add cheese and butter. Taste and add salt, if necessary, and lots of pepper; serve topped with sausages.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 731, UnsaturatedFat 30 grams, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 54 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 27 grams, SaturatedFat 21 grams, Sodium 1121 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

CREAMY PARMESAN GARLIC POLENTA



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Make and share this Creamy Parmesan Garlic Polenta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by sofie-a-toast

Categories     Grains

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 quart low sodium chicken broth or 1 quart low sodium vegetable broth
1 cup polenta (coarse ground cornmeal)
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese (plus more for garnish)

Steps:

  • 1 In a medium-large pot melt the butter over medium high heat until the foam subsides. Add the garlic. Cook for a minute. Add the broth. Turn the heat to high and bring to a boil.
  • 2. Slowly sprinkle in the polenta, whisking as you pour. Turn the heat to medium and cook for 20 to 25 minutes stirring frequently until the polenta is thickened and soft to taste.
  • 3. Turn off heat and stir in pepper and parmesan. Serve immediately or pour into a 9x13 inch pan to set. Once cool, cut polenta into squares.

SAUSAGE AND PEPPERS OVER CREAMY PARMESAN POLENTA



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A delicious medley of hot Italian sausage and peppers is spooned over creamy Parmesan polenta in this satisfying weeknight recipe.

Provided by Julie Hubert

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Polenta Recipes

Time 56m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 cups chicken stock
2 cups half-and-half
2 ½ teaspoons sea salt, divided
1 ¼ cups coarsely ground cornmeal (polenta)
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 (4 ounce) links hot Italian sausage
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 red onion, sliced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup dry white wine
1 cup basil marinara sauce
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
¼ cup butter
ground black pepper to taste
5 large basil leaves, rolled and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Combine chicken stock, half-and-half, and 1 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large saucepan; cover and bring to a boil. Whisk in polenta. Reduce heat to low; cook, whisking often, until polenta is soft, about 15 minutes.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add sausage links; cook, turning often, until browned on all sides, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Stir remaining 1 teaspoon salt, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, red onion, and oregano into the skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until onion is translucent, about 6 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir for 1 minute. Reduce heat to low; pour in white wine. Stir in marinara sauce.
  • Slice sausages and return to the skillet. Cook, covered, until no longer pink in the center, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and butter into polenta until melted. Season with black pepper. Divide polenta among 4 serving plates. Top with sausage and pepper mixture. Garnish with remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 976 calories, Carbohydrate 61.7 g, Cholesterol 160.6 mg, Fat 63.1 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 34.9 g, SaturatedFat 28.3 g, Sodium 4060.5 mg, Sugar 12.3 g

CREAMY PARMESAN POLENTA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups water
2 teaspoons salt, plus more for seasoning
1 3/4 cups yellow cornmeal
3 tablespoons salted butter
1 cup grated Parmesan
1 cup whipping cream
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning

Steps:

  • Add the water to a large saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Add the 2 teaspoons of salt and gradually whisk in the cornmeal. Reduce the heat to low and cook until the mixture thickens and the cornmeal is tender, stirring often, about 15 minutes. Turn off the heat. Add the butter, and stir until melted. Stir in the Parmesan and incorporate well. This will slightly thicken the polenta. Add the cream and 1 teaspoon of black pepper and stir with a wooden spoon until incorporated. Taste the polenta, and add a little more salt and a little ground black pepper, if necessary. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve.

CREAMY POLENTA WITH CORN, PARMESAN AND ARUGULA



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This creamy, peppery and mouthwatering vegetarian dish is easy on the budget as well as the eyes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons butter
1 cup sliced onions (2 medium)
1 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 cups water
2 cups milk
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 bag (12 oz) frozen corn
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (4 oz)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups loosely packed baby arugula (about half of 5-oz container)

Steps:

  • In 3-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and 1 teaspoon salt; sauté 4 to 7 minutes or until onions are translucent. Add water, milk and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Increase heat to medium-high; heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
  • Very slowly stir in cornmeal with whisk. Continue cooking and stirring until thickened slightly. Stir in frozen corn; cover. Reduce heat to low; cook 5 minutes. Reserve 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese. Stir remaining cheese into polenta.
  • In large bowl, beat oil, vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper with whisk until well blended. Add arugula; toss to coat.
  • Divide polenta among 4 bowls. Top each serving with salad; sprinkle with reserved tablespoon cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Carbohydrate 63 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 4 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1260 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 1/2 g

CREAMY POLENTA WITH PARMESAN



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Provided by Nancy Grubin

Categories     Side     Parmesan     Cornmeal     Bon Appétit     Colorado     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 1/2 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
2 1/2 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 3 ounces)

Steps:

  • Bring first 4 ingredients to boil in heavy large saucepan over high heat. Gradually whisk in cornmeal. Reduce heat to medium. Cook until mixture is very thick and creamy, whisking frequently, about 12 minutes. Whisk in cheese and serve.

CREAMY PARMESAN SOUR CREAM POLENTA



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Milk, butter, Parmesan cheese, and sour cream give this cheesy polenta a rich, creamy consistency. Try it in place of your usual mashed potatoes, or top with steamed broccoli for a quick, easy, and satisfying vegetarian meal.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups milk (I use 2%)
1 1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2/3 cup polenta corn grits
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup sour cream
1/3 cup Parmesan cheese (grated plus additional for sprinkling on top)
Chopped scallions or parsley for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium pot over medium-high heat, bring the milk, water, and salt to a boil, stirring occasionally.
  • Turn heat to low and slowly drizzle in the polenta, whisking constantly to prevent clumping.
  • Cover and cook for 15 - 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until creamy.
  • Remove pot from stove and stir in the butter, sour cream, and Parmesan cheese.
  • Serve topped with scallions and/or parsley, if using.

CREAMY POLENTA WITH PARMESAN AND MOZZARELLA



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Make and share this Creamy Polenta with Parmesan and Mozzarella recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Normaone

Categories     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 1/2 cups whole milk
3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over high heat, combine milk and cornmeal, whisking until mixture boils.
  • Reduce heat to medium and simmer, whisking frequently until mixture thickens, about 15 minutes.
  • Add rosemary and cheeses.
  • Whisk until cheese is melted.
  • Season to taste.

CREAMY PARMESAN POLENTA



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Categories     Side     Quick & Easy     Parmesan     Cornmeal     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups water
3/4 cup instant polenta
3/4 to 1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil in a 2-quart saucepan and slowly add polenta, whisking constantly. Cook polenta over moderate heat, whisking constantly, 5 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in cheese, butter, and salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

CREAMY PARMESAN POLENTA AND SAUSAGE MUSHROOM RAGU



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This is so so good. I have messed with several different recipes for a while and this is what I ended up with. Enjoy!

Provided by Melissa Turner

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 22

SAUSAGE AND MUSHROOM RAGU
1/2 lb italian sausage, no casings
1 lb fresh button mushrooms (thinly sliced)
4 Tbsp butter
4 clove garlic (minced)
1 onion (chopped finely)
1 Tbsp soy sauce
1/2 c red cooking wine
8 oz can of tomato sauce
1 1/2 c beef stock or broth
1 Tbsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp sugar
1 Tbsp dried herbs (rosemary, thyme, parsley) fresh is best
salt and pepper to season
CREAMY PARMESAN POLENTA
6 c water
2 tsp salt (plus more to season)
1 3/4 c yellow cornmeal
3 Tbsp butter
1 c parmesan cheese (grated)
1 c heavy whipping cream
1 tsp pepper (plus more to season)

Steps:

  • 1. In a small bowl, combine sliced mushrooms in 1 cup water. Let sit 8-10 minutes, until mushrooms are supple. Drain reserving liquid.
  • 2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tbsp butter to pan. Add sausage to pan crumble and saute 3 minutes or until browned. Remove sausage from pan and drain off fat.
  • 3. In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp's butter over medium heat. Add onion, and and garlic, saute 5-7 minutes, until golden brown. Add mushrooms, reserved liquid and soy sauce. Sauté, 3-5 minutes, until liquid is evaporated and mushrooms begin to brown. Stir in sausage, wine and tomato sauce, bring to a boil. Cook for 5 minutes, or until tomato sauce has reduced. Mix beef stock, cornstarch and sugar together and add to mushroom mixture. Stirring well, bring to a boil, and simmer 2-3 minutes. Stir in fresh herbs and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • 4. Cook Polenta while cooking sausageAdd the water to a large saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Add the 2 teaspoons of salt and gradually whisk in the cornmeal. Reduce the heat to low and cook until the mixture thickens and the cornmeal is tender, stirring often, about 15 minutes. Turn off the heat. Add the butter, and stir until melted. Stir in the Parmesan and incorporate well. This will slightly thicken the polenta. Add the cream and 1 teaspoon of black pepper and stir with a wooden spoon until incorporated. Taste the polenta, and add a little more salt and a little ground black pepper, if necessary.

CREAMY PARMESAN POLENTA



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I made this for friends last evening and served it with an Italian Pot Roast and boy was it delicious! I did not have whipping cream on hand, and substituted 2% milk and it turned out great!

Provided by Cook4_6

Categories     Grains

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups water
1 cup yellow cornmeal
2 1/2 cups canned low sodium chicken broth
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons butter (1/4 stick)

Steps:

  • Combine water and cornmeal in small bowl. Bring broth to boil in heavy large saucepan. Gradually add cornmeal mixture, stirring until well blended.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer until polenta is very thick, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
  • Mix in 1/2 cup cheese, cream and butter. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer polenta to serving bowl.
  • Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheese over.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.6, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 38.4, Sodium 324.2, Carbohydrate 17.8, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 0.4, Protein 10.3

CREAMY PARMESAN POLENTA AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN



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Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 4

7 1/2 cups water 1 1/2 teaspoons table salt pinch baking soda (see note)
1 1/2 cups coarse-ground cornmeal (see note)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 ounces good-quality Parmesan cheese , grated (about 2 cups), plus extra for serving
ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Bring water to boil in heavy-bottomed 4-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in salt and baking soda. Slowly pour cornmeal into water in steady stream, while stirring back and forth with wooden spoon or rubber spatula. Bring mixture to boil, stirring constantly, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to lowest possible setting and cover. 2. After 5 minutes, whisk polenta to smooth out any lumps that may have formed, about 15 seconds. (Make sure to scrape down sides and bottom of pan.) Cover and continue to cook, without stirring, until grains of polenta are tender but slightly al dente, about 25 minutes longer. (Polenta should be loose and barely hold its shape but will continue to thicken as it cools.) 3. Remove from heat, stir in butter and Parmesan, and season to taste with black pepper. Let stand, covered, 5 minutes. Serve, passing Parmesan separately.

CREAMY PARMESAN POLENTA



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Make and share this Creamy Parmesan Polenta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by HelenG

Categories     Kid Friendly

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 teaspoon salt
1 cup instant polenta
2 ounces parmesan cheese, freshly grated
4 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • In saucepan bring 4 cups water and salt to boil.
  • Stirring constantly, add polenta.
  • Cook, still stirring, until the polenta thickens, about 3 minute.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the parmesan and butter.
  • Cover and set aside until the butter is completely melted, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir once more before serving.

Tips:

  • Use Fresh Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the final result of your polenta. Choose fresh Parmesan cheese, flavorful chicken broth, and tender vegetables for the best possible dish.
  • Cook the Polenta Slowly: Polenta takes time to cook properly, so be patient and stir it frequently to prevent it from sticking or burning. This will ensure a creamy and smooth consistency.
  • Use the Right Ratio of Liquid to Polenta: The ratio of liquid to polenta is crucial for achieving the right consistency. Follow the recipe's instructions carefully to avoid making the polenta too thick or too thin.
  • Add Flavorful Ingredients: Feel free to experiment with different ingredients to add flavor to your polenta. Roasted vegetables, sautéed mushrooms, and crumbled sausage are all great options.
  • Serve Polenta Immediately: Polenta is best enjoyed fresh out of the pot. Prepare all your ingredients ahead of time so that you can serve it as soon as it's cooked.

Conclusion:

Creamy Parmesan polenta is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you serve it as a main course, a side dish, or an appetizer, this dish is sure to impress. With its creamy texture, cheesy flavor, and endless customization options, creamy Parmesan polenta is a must-try for any food lover. So next time you're looking for a hearty and comforting meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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