Easy Polenta
📜 Collection: Unknown Twenty One | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Sides Discover a foolproof method for making creamy baked polenta with minimal effort. This simple recipe requires just cornmeal, water, and a touch of oil or butter.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 mins | 50 mins | None | 4 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Baking dish
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 C | Corn Meal | Standard grind |
| 4 C | Water | Room temperature |
| 2 T | Olive Oil | Alternative: butter |
Instructions
Step 1: Initial Bake
- Mix the 1 C corn meal and 4 C water together in a baking dish.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 45 min until bubbling and starting to thicken.
Step 2: Finish
- Remove from the oven and add the 2 T olive oil or butter, mixing well until fully incorporated.
- Return to the oven for 4-5 minutes until hot and fragrant.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Polenta can be mixed ahead of time in the baking dish and refrigerated before baking, though baking time may need a slight extension.
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