Ingredients
- 6 C water
- 1 1/2 C yellow cornmeal
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Mise En Place
- Measure out all ingredients
Prepare
- Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan.
- Gradually whisk in the cornmeal.
- Reduce heat to low and cook until the mixture thickens and cornmeal is tender, stirring often, for about 30-40 minutes.
- Remove from heat.
- Salt to taste.
Serve
- Serve and enjoy!
Recipe in Action
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4 Servings
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Difficulty: Easy
Nutrition Tip 
To get more fiber and nutrients, make it with whole grain instead of degerminated cornmeal.
Originating in Northern Italy, polenta is inexpensive, easy to prepare, and extremely versatile, so it’s well worth getting to know.
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