How To Make Creamy Polenta with Milk

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated Pecorino

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds a distinct flavor.

Bring water and milk to a boil in a large pot over medium heat.

Whisk in cornmeal gradually to prevent lumps.

Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring continuously, until thickened, about 15-20 minutes.

Add butter and stir until melted and combined.

Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Drizzle with olive oil before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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