Uno Snack fatto in pochi minuti con la POLENTA! (li faccio molto spesso)

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

Bring water to a boil in a large pot.

Add salt to the boiling water.

Gradually whisk in cornmeal, stirring constantly.

Cook until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in grated parmesan cheese and black pepper.

Spread the polenta mixture onto a baking sheet.

Let it cool completely, about 30 minutes.

Cut the cooled polenta into sticks or fries.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the polenta sticks until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove and drain on paper towels.

Serve warm with fresh herbs.

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