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Presto Polento (Microwave)
At a Glance
- Prep
- 15 minutes
- Cook
- 15 minutes
- Total
- 16 min
- Servings
- 4.00 - serving(s)
Categories
- Side Dish
Cuisine
- Italian-inspired
Cooking Method
- Microwave
Difficulty
- Easy
Dietary
- Vegetarian
Servings & Nutrition
Original recipe serves 4. Current scale: 1x.
Nutrition and servings are approximate based on the ingredient list. Please verify for dietary or medical needs.
This recipe for Presto Polento (Microwave) brings together 1 cup polenta or 1 cup yellow cornmeal, 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine, 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth in a practical dish for home cooking. It takes about 16 min to prepare and cook. It makes approximately 4 servings.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup polenta or 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine
- 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
- 1 3/4 cups water
- grated parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper
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Instructions
In a 2-1/2 to 3-quart microwave-safe casserole dish, combine polenta and 1 tablespoon of the butter. Stir in broth and water. Cover; microwaveon High for 12 to 13 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes. Let stand, covered, for 8 to 10 minutes or until polenta is thick and all liquid has been absorbed. Spoon into a serving dish. Dot with remaining butter and stir until butter is melted; then sprinkle with cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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