Creamy Polenta
Creamy Polenta by Feeding a Crowd
1 c. polenta grade corn meal
2 c. chicken broth
2 c. 15% cream
1\2 c. Parmesan
1 tsp. coarse salt
1 tsp. black pepper
1/2 c. Butter
In heavy pan, add the broth and cream with salt and pepper. Bring to a medium boil.
Slowly whisk in the polenta, whisking to keep clumps from forming. Continue stirring with a wooden spoon or spatula for 5 minutes or till thick and creamy.
Remove from heat and stir in butter. Add 1/4 cup parmesan and stir till homogeneous.
Pour into butter dish and sprinkle the last of the parmesan on top.
Place in oven and broil for 5 minutes, keeping an eye on it.
Let it rest a few minutes before serving.
The polenta can also be grilled on the BBQ, browned in a hot skillet.
Options: Adding chopped bacon, roasted red peppers, fresh herbs are all good options at the same time as the parmesan, also, using a different cheese works.