With Polenta (or Grits)

Polenta is a traditional Italian dish made from ground cornmeal, while grits are a similar dish made from ground corn, commonly eaten in the Southern United States.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 6.

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With Polenta (or Grits)

Cooking Method: Boiling, Grilling Cuisine: American, Italian Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Polenta or Grits
• 4 cup Water
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black Pepper, ground

Instructions

1. In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add salt.
2. Gradually whisk in polenta or grits and reduce heat to low.
3. Cook for 30 minutes, stirring frequently.
4. Remove from heat and stir in butter, parmesan cheese, and black pepper.
5. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
6. Serve hot as a main dish or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 1g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.