Soft, Cheesy Polenta

By á-1229

Using quick-cooking polenta is a convenient shortcut. This makes a great accompaniment to Pork Chops with Roasted Peppers.

Ingredients

• 2 quarts chicken broth or water
• 2 teaspoons coarse salt
• 1 box (8.8 ounces) quick-cooking polenta (1 1/2 cups)
• 1/2 stick unsalted butter
• 3 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated (1 cup)
• Freshly ground pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Combine broth and salt, and bring to a boil. Slowly whisk in polenta, changing to a wooden spoon as the mixture thickens, and cook 5 minutes.

Stir in butter and cheese, and season with pepper.