Soft Polenta

1. 1

   In a 4-quart heavy saucepan bring water to a boil with salt and bay leaves and gradually whisk in cornmeal in a thin stream.

2. 2

   Cook mixture over moderate heat, whisking, 2 minutes and cover pan.

3. 3

   Simmer polenta, covered, over low heat, stirring for 1 minute after every 10 minutes of cooking, 45 minutes total.

4. 4

   Remove pan from heat and discard bay leaves.

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