**Parmesan Polenta for Grilling: A Savory Side Dish with Endless Possibilities**
Polenta, a versatile dish made from cornmeal, is a culinary canvas waiting to be painted with flavors. This grilled polenta recipe takes the classic dish to new heights, resulting in a savory, slightly crispy exterior and a creamy, flavorful interior. Parmesan cheese adds a touch of umami and nuttiness, while grilled vegetables and herbs bring in a symphony of colors, textures, and aromas. Whether you serve it as a side dish to grilled meats or fish, or as a hearty main course topped with your favorite sauces and fillings, this parmesan polenta is sure to impress. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey where simplicity meets satisfaction. This recipe includes variations for grilling the polenta in a grill pan, on a skewer, or in a foil packet, ensuring you can enjoy this dish no matter your grilling setup.
CREAMY PARMESAN POLENTA
Steps:
- Place the chicken stock in a large saucepan. Add the garlic and cook over medium-high heat until the stock comes to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and very slowly whisk in the cornmeal, whisking constantly to make sure there are no lumps. Switch to a wooden spoon, add the salt and pepper, and simmer, stirring almost constantly, for 10 minutes, until thick. Be sure to scrape the bottom of the pan thoroughly while you're stirring. Off the heat, stir in the Parmesan, creme fraiche, and butter. Taste for seasonings and serve hot with extra Parmesan cheese to sprinkle on top.
PARMESAN POLENTA
Steps:
- Saute about 1/4 of the mushrooms in butter over high heat until browned. Add shallots, reduce heat to keep from burning, and continue sauteing until soft. Add garlic and saute for 1 minute more. Add peas and salami, and season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Set aside in a sealed plastic container to keep warm. Reserve pot for polenta.
- Polenta: Bring water to a boil, then slowly stir in cornmeal with a fork. Reduce heat as low as possible. Continue to cook for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring often. Turn heat off and add cheese and butter, and season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Top with ragout and serve.
GRILLED POLENTA
Provided by Guy Fieri
Time 2h50m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, over medium-high heat, bring the water and the salt to just a boil. Reduce the heat, slowly whisk in the polenta and season with pepper. Continue to whisk until the mixture starts to tighten up, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the fresh chopped herbs, 2 tablespoons of the butter and the Parmesan. Continue to stir until well combined and very thick, taste for seasoning adjustment.
- Liberally butter a 10-inch springform pan on the bottom and about 2-inches up the side. Pour in the hot polenta and with a rubber spatula, rubbed with butter, smooth out the top. Set aside to cool to room temperature, then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours to set. (This can also be done up to 1 day ahead.)
- Preheat a grill to medium.
- When ready to grill, or pan fry, remove the polenta from the pan and cut it into equal pie shapes or cut circles with a biscuit cutter. Lightly oil a grill, brush each side of the polenta with olive oil and grill or pan sear until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side. Arrange the polenta on a serving platter and serve hot.
CREAMY PARMESAN POLENTA
Steps:
- Add the water to a large saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Add the 2 teaspoons of salt and gradually whisk in the cornmeal. Reduce the heat to low and cook until the mixture thickens and the cornmeal is tender, stirring often, about 15 minutes. Turn off the heat. Add the butter, and stir until melted. Stir in the Parmesan and incorporate well. This will slightly thicken the polenta. Add the cream and 1 teaspoon of black pepper and stir with a wooden spoon until incorporated. Taste the polenta, and add a little more salt and a little ground black pepper, if necessary. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve.
BIG-BATCH PARMESAN POLENTA
This big pot of polenta makes enough to feed four adults several meals. Start by serving some as a soft creamy side dish when it is freshly made, then divide the rest into baking dishes to use later in the week as crusts, croutons, and more.
Provided by Anna Stockwell
Categories Cornmeal Parmesan Sunday Stash Wheat/Gluten-Free Corn
Yield 10-12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Bring 9 cups water to a boil in a medium pot over high. Add salt and reduce heat to medium-low. Stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, gradually stream in polenta. Cook, stirring often, until thick and creamy, 30-35 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan and pepper.
CREAMY PARMESAN POLENTA
Easy and delicious creamy polenta. Makes a great side, appetizer, or base for a hearty stew.
Provided by Keith Haney
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes Polenta Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Stir polenta and chicken broth together in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir until the polenta is heated through completely, about 5 minutes.
- Remove pan from heat. Stir Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and paprika with the polenta mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 532.6 calories, Carbohydrate 87.1 g, Cholesterol 18.2 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 1185.7 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
GRILLED POLENTA WITH CORN AND PARMESAN
Categories Side Parmesan Cornmeal Corn Summer Grill/Barbecue Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in medium skillet over medium heat. Add onion; sauté 5 minutes. Add garlic; sauté 1 minute. Add corn; sauté until heated through, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Bring 2 cups water and 1 teaspoon salt to boil in medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk cornmeal and 1 cup water in medium bowl to blend. Whisk cornmeal-water mixture into boiling water; return to boil. Cook until polenta is smooth and thick, stirring often, about 30 minutes. Stir in corn mixture.
- Brush 11x7x2-inch dish with oil. Spread polenta in dish. Cool completely. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill.)
- Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Brush grill with oil. Cut polenta into 12 squares. Brush both sides with oil. Place on grill; cover grill. Grill until polenta is golden brown, about 3 minutes per side, sprinkling with cheese during last minute. Serve hot.
HOW TO MAKE PERFECT POLENTA
Polenta is nothing more than coarsely ground cornmeal. The classic ratio is 1 part polenta to 4 parts water, but I like to measure the polenta just a little scant of a full cup. I often use chicken broth instead of water. It's a perfect base for any kind of saucy meat or mushroom ragout.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes Polenta Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring water and salt to a boil in a large saucepan; pour polenta slowly into boiling water, whisking constantly until all polenta is stirred in and there are no lumps.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer, whisking often, until polenta starts to thicken, about 5 minutes. Polenta mixture should still be slightly loose. Cover and cook for 30 minutes, whisking every 5 to 6 minutes. When polenta is too thick to whisk, stir with a wooden spoon. Polenta is done when texture is creamy and the individual grains are tender.
- Turn off heat and gently stir 2 tablespoons butter into polenta until butter partially melts; mix 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese into polenta until cheese has melted. Cover and let stand 5 minutes to thicken; stir and taste for salt before transferring to a serving bowl. Top polenta with remaining 1 tablespoon butter and about 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese for garnish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.2 calories, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 33.4 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 1186.1 mg, Sugar 2 g
Tips:
- Choose the right polenta: Use coarse-ground or medium-ground polenta for a heartier texture, or fine-ground polenta for a smoother texture.
- Cook the polenta slowly: Bring the polenta to a simmer and then reduce the heat to low. Cook the polenta for the recommended amount of time, stirring occasionally.
- Add flavor to the polenta: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, herbs, spices, or other flavorings to the polenta while it is cooking.
- Grill the polenta slices: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush the polenta slices with olive oil and grill them for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve the polenta slices: Serve the polenta slices immediately with your favorite toppings, such as grilled vegetables, roasted chicken, or a simple tomato sauce.
Conclusion:
Parmesan polenta is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its creamy texture and smoky flavor, grilled polenta slices are sure to be a hit at your next cookout!
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