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Polenta
Boil salted water. Rain in polenta, whisking. Turn low. Stir often 30โ40 minutes until thick and the grain is tender. Instant: follow the packet, then finish as below.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Polenta take?
45 min all in โ 5 min prep, 40 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 bowls. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Milk. Labels are informational โ check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night โ about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Saucepan.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1ยฝ tsp.
What can I use instead?
Parmigiano โ A stronger pecorino. Saltier. Use less.
Any tips from this recipe?
A lump at the start means you added it too fast. Whisk hard; it usually forgives you. Mushroom ragรน or a sausage stew is the usual partner.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.