POLENTA CREAMY GOOD AND ALMOST NO STIR
I was one of few that tested this for Cook's Illustrated. I was very impressed with this method which uses a secret ingredient of baking soda. Baking soda added to the cooking liquid can reduce the time it takes for the gelatinization to occur which in turn shortens the cooking time. You can use vegetable stock or chicken broth in place of the water. I tasted and it was good but wanted to kick it up and added chopped scallions and chopped chipotles for a kick. Just remember to simmer over very low heat so low you don't think it is cooking.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring water to boil in a heavy bottom 4 quart pan over medium high heat.
- Stir in salt, and baking soda. Slowly pour cornmeal into the water in a steady stream stirring with a wooden spoon.
- Bring to a boil stirring consistently for 1 minute.
- Reduce to the very lowest heat possible and cover.
- After 5 minutes whisk polenta to smooth out any lumps for 15 seconds,scraping down sides and bottom of pan. Cover and continue to cook without stirring until grains are tender but slightly al dente. About 25 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in butter and cheese.
- Stir in scallions and chipotle if using.
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George Bolton
[email protected]This is a great polenta recipe! It's easy to make and it always comes out perfectly. I love that I can just set it and forget it. I've served it with a variety of toppings, including tomato sauce, pesto, and roasted vegetables, and it's always a hit.
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[email protected]This polenta recipe is amazing! The polenta was creamy and smooth, and the flavor was perfect. I loved that I didn't have to stir it constantly - it was so easy to make. I served it with a simple tomato sauce and grated Parmesan cheese, and it was a
Ginah Beatrice
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The polenta was creamy and smooth, and the flavor was perfect. I loved that I didn't have to stir it constantly - it was so easy to make. I served it with a simple tomato sauce and grated Parmesan cheese, and it was a delicio
Sabbir Rijon
[email protected]This polenta recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always short on time during the week, so I love that I can just set it and forget it. The polenta always comes out perfectly creamy and delicious. I've served it with a variety of toppings, including tomato sau
Jumoke Ilori
[email protected]This is a great polenta recipe! It's easy to make and it always comes out perfectly. I love that I can just set it and forget it. I've served it with a variety of toppings, including tomato sauce, pesto, and roasted vegetables, and it's always a hit.
Gaming With Ramzan
[email protected]This polenta recipe is amazing! The polenta was creamy and smooth, and the flavor was perfect. I loved that I didn't have to stir it constantly - it was so easy to make. I served it with a simple tomato sauce and grated Parmesan cheese, and it was a
Paul Chapman
[email protected]This was my first time making polenta, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was so easy to make and it came out perfectly. I served it with a simple tomato sauce and grated Parmesan cheese, and it was a delicious meal. I'll definitely be making th
Aasiya Saood
[email protected]This polenta recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it always comes out perfectly. I love that I can just set it and forget it. I've served it with a variety of toppings, including tomato sauce, pesto, and roasted vegetables, and it's always a
SHAHZAIB JAMALI
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of polenta, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The polenta was creamy and flavorful, and the almost no-stir method was a huge bonus. I served it with a simple tomato sauce and grated Parmesan chee
faizee akhtar
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The polenta was creamy and smooth, and the flavor was perfect. I loved that I didn't have to stir it constantly - it was so easy to make. I served it with a simple tomato sauce and grated Parmesan cheese, and it was a delicio
vekondja tjituka
[email protected]This polenta recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always short on time during the week, so I love that I can just set it and forget it. The polenta always comes out perfectly creamy and delicious. I've served it with a variety of toppings, including tomato sau
Emmanuel Gurisha
[email protected]I've made this polenta recipe several times now, and it's always a winner. It's so creamy and delicious, and the almost no-stir method is a huge bonus. I've served it with a variety of toppings, including tomato sauce, pesto, and roasted vegetables,
Amanda Shannie
[email protected]This was my first time making polenta, and I was really impressed with how easy it was. The instructions were clear and concise, and the polenta came out perfectly. I served it with a simple tomato sauce and grated Parmesan cheese, and it was delicio
Hollie Quinn
[email protected]I'm a huge fan of polenta, and this recipe is one of my favorites. I love the almost no-stir method - it's so easy and convenient. The polenta always comes out perfectly creamy and delicious. I've served it with a variety of toppings, including tomat
Saad Bhutto
[email protected]This is the best polenta recipe I've ever tried! The texture was amazing - creamy and soft on the inside, with a slightly crispy crust on the outside. I loved that I didn't have to stir it constantly - I just set it and forgot it. I served it with ro
stormy kamzy
[email protected]What a simple and delicious polenta recipe! I especially appreciate the almost no-stir method - it's perfect for busy weeknights when I don't have time to babysit a pot of polenta. The polenta came out creamy and smooth, and the flavor was perfect. I