Romanian polenta with 3 or 4 simple ingredients - it can’t get more Romanian than this!

cornmeal

🥗Healthier: whole grain cornmeal

💰Cheaper: polenta

Whole grain cornmeal is more nutritious, while polenta can be a budget-friendly option.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine can be a cost-effective alternative.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese offers a healthier profile, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

Boil 1 litre of water in a ceramic pot or cast iron pot.

Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the boiling water.

Gradually whisk in 250-300 grams of cornmeal to avoid lumps.

Continue cooking for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add 1 tablespoon of butter and mix well to incorporate.

Transfer the polenta to a wooden table to cool and harden.

Cut the hardened polenta using a wooden spoon or a piece of string.

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