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Savory Polenta

Yields8 Servings

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 2 tablespoons olive oil
 ¾ cup red onion, finely chopped
 2 fresh garlic cloves, finely chopped
 4 cups low-sodium chicken stock or broth
 1 cup coarse ground cornmeal
 ½ teaspoon salt
 ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
 1 tablespoons unsalted butter (optional)
1

Wash hands well with soap and warm water.

2

In a large saucepan heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the red onion and cook until the onions are soft and mostly clear, about 4 to 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to low, add the garlic, and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes, making sure the garlic does not burn.

3

Add the chicken stock and turn the heat up to high, bring to a boil. Add the cornmeal little by little, whisking continually.

4

Cover the pot and turn the heat to low. Cook for 40 to 50 minutes, stirring often. If the mixture begins to stick to the pan or becomes too thick, stir in a small amount of broth or water to thin.

5

Polenta is finished when it is thick and creamy. Remove from heat and add salt, pepper, parmesan cheese and butter (if using).

6

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

8 servings

Serving size

1/2 cup

Amount per serving
Calories115
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g7%

Saturated Fat 1g5%
Cholesterol 1mg1%
Sodium 210mg10%
Total Carbohydrate 15g6%

Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 4g
Calcium 21mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
Folate 6mcg2%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.