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Big-Batch Parmesan Polenta

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Photo of a pot of Big Batch Polenta.
Photo and Food Styling by Anna Stockwell

This big pot of polenta makes enough to feed four adults several meals. Start by serving some as a soft creamy side dish when it is freshly made, then divide the rest into baking dishes to use later in the week as crusts, croutons, and more.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    40 minutes

  • Yield

    10-12 servings

Ingredients

1 Tbsp. kosher salt
3 cups polenta (coarse cornmeal)
1½ cups finely grated Parmesan
1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

  1. Bring 9 cups water to a boil in a medium pot over high. Add salt and reduce heat to medium-low. Stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, gradually stream in polenta. Cook, stirring often, until thick and creamy, 30–35 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan and pepper.

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