Photo: Con Poulos

Serves 6

Ingredients

• 2 tsp. salt
• 2 cups polenta (not instant)
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 4 Tbsp. unsalted butter

Directions

Total time: 1¼ hours

In a medium pot over high heat, bring 9 cups water and salt to a boil. Whisk in polenta and continue whisking until water begins to boil again. Reduce heat to low and continue to cook, stirring about every 5 minutes, for 1 hour.

Remove polenta from heat and whisk in cream, cheese, and butter. Let sit for 10 minutes, then serve.

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