Soft Polenta

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Ingredients

  • 6 cups water
  • 1/4 cup butter - (1/2 stick)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/4 cups quick-cooking polenta*

Preparation

Step 1

* Quick-cooking polenta (precooked maize meal) is available at some supermarkets and at Italian markets.

Bring 6 cups water, 1/4 cup butter, and 1 teaspoon salt to boil in heavy large saucepan. Gradually whisk in polenta. Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir constantly until polenta thickens, about 5 minutes.

This recipe yields 4 servings.