Best 12 Creamy Polenta With Parmesan Recipes

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Welcome to the world of creamy polenta with parmesan, a dish that combines the comforting warmth of polenta with the rich, nutty flavor of parmesan cheese. Whether you're looking for a hearty breakfast, a satisfying lunch, or a comforting dinner, this versatile dish will leave your taste buds delighted. With its creamy texture, delectable flavor, and ease of preparation, creamy polenta with parmesan is an absolute must-try for all food lovers.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

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 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 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.

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.

EASY CREAMY POLENTA



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup coarse grain polenta
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 tablespoon butter
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large, deep saucepan, bring 5 cups of water to a boil. While whisking constantly, add polenta in a slow, steady stream. Reduce heat to medium, cook until thickened, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, about 15 minutes. Remove pan from heat and stir in cheese, heavy cream, and butter. Season with salt and pepper.

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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Parmesan cheese adds a bit of sharpness to creamy polenta in this popular Italian side dish. Also Try:Chicken Cacciatore, Lemony Kale Salad

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 5

7 cups whole milk
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups polenta
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place milk in a medium saucepan and add 2 teaspoons salt; bring to a boil over medium heat. While whisking constantly, gradually add polenta. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring with a wooden spoon, until thickened, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir in butter and cheese; season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

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 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 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 POLENTA WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE



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This delicious and easy side dish goes incredibly well with braised meat. It makes any meal feel a little more elevated.-Sarah Vasques, Milford, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tablespoons butter, divided
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream, divided
1 cup 2% milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup cornmeal
1 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add 1 cup cream, milk and salt. Bring to a low simmer. Gradually whisk in cornmeal. Cook and stir for 3 minutes. , Pour polenta into a 3-quart slow cooker coated with cooking spray. Cook, covered, on low for 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring vinegar and sugar to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until reduced to 1/3 cup. Just before serving, stir cheese and the remaining cream and butter into polenta. To serve, drizzle with balsamic glaze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Fat 25g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 494mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the polenta will taste. Use high-quality parmesan cheese, fresh milk, and vegetables.
  • Cook the polenta slowly and stir constantly: This will prevent the polenta from sticking to the pot and burning. Use a wooden spoon to stir the polenta so that it doesn't break up.
  • Season the polenta to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add herbs, such as basil or thyme, for extra flavor.
  • Serve the polenta hot: Polenta is best served hot and creamy. You can top it with a variety of toppings, such as grated parmesan cheese, butter, or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

Creamy polenta with parmesan is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its creamy texture and cheesy flavor, creamy polenta with parmesan is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. These tips can help you make the best creamy polenta with parmesan:
  • Use fresh ingredients.
  • Cook the polenta slowly and stir constantly.
  • Season the polenta to taste.
  • Serve the polenta hot.
With these tips, you can make a creamy polenta with parmesan that is sure to impress your friends and family.

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