Grilled Polenta Recipe
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 9 squares
Calories: 207.3 per serving
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Category: Grains
Cuisine: European
Keywords: Broil/Grill, < 30 Mins, Oven
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 3 cups milk
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions:
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Prepare the Polenta:
- Grease a 9-inch square pan with butter or oil.
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Cook the Onion:
- In a large saucepan, melt 6 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Add finely chopped onion and sauté until tender.
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Boil the Milk Mixture:
- Pour in the milk and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
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Prepare the Cornmeal Mixture:
- In a separate bowl, combine the cornmeal and water, mixing until smooth.
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Incorporate Cornmeal into Milk:
- Gradually add the cornmeal mixture into the boiling milk, stirring constantly with a fork.
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Cook Until Thickened:
- Reduce the heat to medium and continue stirring the mixture until it becomes very thick, about 15 minutes.
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Add Parmesan and Salt:
- Remove the saucepan from heat.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and salt until well combined.
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Chill the Polenta:
- Spread the cooked polenta mixture evenly into the greased pan.
- Let it stand until it reaches room temperature.
- Refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours, or freeze for 30 minutes, until firm.
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Grill the Polenta:
- Preheat the grill to medium heat.
- Cut the chilled polenta into 9 squares.
- Carefully remove each square from the pan.
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Brush and Grill:
- Brush both sides of each polenta square with olive oil.
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Grill Until Golden:
- Place the polenta squares on the grill, about 4-6 inches from the heat source.
- Grill for 10 to 15 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the polenta is hot and golden brown.
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Serve Immediately:
- Transfer the grilled polenta squares to a serving plate.
- Serve hot as a delicious side dish alongside grilled chicken, pork chops, steak, or sausages.
Enjoy this savory and satisfying Grilled Polenta recipe that pairs perfectly with your favorite grilled meats or as a delightful standalone dish. Perfect for quick meals or special occasions, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table!
