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Ingredients
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- 2 cups milk (more as needed)
- 3 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 9 oz box of instant polenta
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup grated extra sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 teaspoons Italian herbs
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Boil milk, water, and salt in a large pot.
- Whisk in instant polenta once boiling, then reduce heat to medium-low.
- Cook until thickened, about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in butter and cheese along with the herbs and spices.
- Adjust consistency with milk as needed.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Fresh ingredients enhance the flavor.
Stir consistently to prevent lumps.
Adjust texture with more liquid for creaminess.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 500
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 30