Basic Polenta Recipe

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   These simple ingredients bake into a luxuriously rich custard to top with tomato sauce or possibly to serve with grilled meats.

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   In a heavy, medium saucepan over moderate heat, combine water and lowfat milk with salt and 2 Tbsp.

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   of the butter.

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   Bring to a boil, then gradually whisk in polenta and flour.

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   Continue whisking till mix thickens slightly, then switch to a wooden spoon and cook, stirring constantly, till mix is smooth and thick, about 20 min more.

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   Stir in 6 Tbsp.

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   more butter and cook an additional 5 min, stirring often.

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   Remove polenta from heat and stir in half the cheese and the 2 egg yolks.

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   Pour polenta into a buttered 9-by-11-by-1 1/2 inch roasting pan.

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    Cold.

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    Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

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    Slice cooled polenta into squares or possibly diamonds, using a knife, or possibly into rounds or possibly other shapes, using a biscuit or possibly cookie cutter.

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    Place polenta on buttered baking sheet.

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    Dot with remaining butter; sprinkle with remaining parmesan.

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    Bake 15 min; turn heat up to 450 degrees and bake till lightly browned.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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