Soft Polenta

By mrslarkin • February 20, 2010 • 3 Comments

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Author Notes: When I was little, polenta was one of my favorite meals. Mom would spread any leftover polenta in a pan, chill it, and the next day we’d have pan-fried polenta – another great treat. - mrslarkin

Serves 6

2 cups cornmeal
2 teaspoons sea salt or kosher salt
7 cups cold water, divided
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 or more cups Bolognese sauce, ragu, or other sauce of your choice
Parmigiano Reggiano

Bring 5 cups water and salt to a boil.
Stir corn meal into 2 cups cold water until smooth. Slowly add to boiling water and whisk. Reduce heat to simmer. Continue to whisk for 5 to 8 minutes. Whisk in butter until melted. Taste for salt.
Spoon the polenta into warmed shallow pasta bowls. Top with ragu, Bolognese, or sauce of your choice. Or drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with grated Parmigiano Reggiano.

Tags: comfort food, Easy, satisfying, Side Dishes, simple, winter