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Creamy Polenta (Microwave Or Stove)

This Creamy Polenta (Microwave Or Stove) recipe uses Water, Salt, Parmesan Cheese, and Black Pepper. Keep it handy for the next time you cook it.

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cup
• 1/2 tsp
• 2 tbsp
• 1/8 tsp

Method (preview)

1. 1

   Stir together the water, cornmeal, and salt in a microwave-safe 1-quart measure.

2. 2

   Microcook, uncovered, on HIGH for 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Whisk well.

4. 4

   Cover with waxed paper.

5. 5

   Microcook on HIGH for an additional 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Add the Parmesan, oil, and pepper; whisk until smooth.

7. 7

   Spoon onto plates to serve.

8. 8

   STOVE: Place water, salt, and oil in a 2-quart saucepan and bring to boiling.

9. 9

   Gradually whisk in the cornmeal.

10. 10

    Boil gently, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes.

11. 11

    Stir in the Parmesan and pepper.