BAKED WHITE POLENTA WITH TWO CHEESES

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Categories     Cheese     Side     Bake     Super Bowl     Vegetarian     Winter     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 cups water
1 tablespoon salt
2 large garlic cloves, minced
3 cups white cornmeal
12 ounces sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded (about 3 cups)
8 ounces mascarpone cheese*
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper

Steps:

  • Lightly butter 15x10x2-inch glass baking dish. Bring 12 cups water, 1 tablespoon salt, and garlic to boil in heavy large saucepan over high heat. Gradually add cornmeal, whisking until smooth. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook until cornmeal is very soft and mixture is thick and creamy, whisking often, about 12 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in half of cheddar cheese, all of mascarpone, 3 tablespoons butter, and 1/4 teaspoon white pepper. Transfer polenta to prepared dish. (Can be prepared 2 hours ahead. Cover and let stand at room temperature.)
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Sprinkle remaining half of cheddar cheese over polenta. Dot with remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Bake polenta until heated through and golden on top, about 25 minutes.
  • Italian cream cheese, available at Italian markets and many supermarkets.

Mia Carrizo
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This polenta was delicious! It was creamy, cheesy, and flavorful. I loved the crispy topping. I will definitely be making this again.


Al21hasan Shakib
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This polenta was a bit too cheesy for my taste, but it was still good. I think I'll try using less cheese next time.


Usman Sani
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This polenta was amazing! The creamy texture and cheesy flavor were perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Corneliu Popescu
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I'm not a fan of polenta, but this recipe was actually pretty good. The polenta was creamy and flavorful, and the cheesy topping was the perfect touch.


Renee Harris
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This polenta was delicious! I loved the crispy topping and the creamy polenta. It was the perfect side dish for my chicken dinner.


Benard Akuku
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I was disappointed with this polenta. It was dry and bland. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Itzme Llegacy dem
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This polenta is the perfect comfort food. It's creamy, cheesy, and filling. I love serving it with a side of roasted vegetables.


Demo Lama
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This polenta was a bit too cheesy for my taste. I think I'll try using less cheese next time.


Marina Pierson
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this polenta was to make. It turned out creamy and delicious, and the cheesy topping was the perfect touch.


Jose Bogota
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I'm a huge fan of polenta, and this recipe did not disappoint. It was creamy, cheesy, and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Catalina deem
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This recipe is a keeper! The polenta was creamy and cheesy, and the crispy topping was the perfect finishing touch.


andy chelsea
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This polenta was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll try adding some herbs or spices next time.


Anju Neupane
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I've made this polenta recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so versatile, and I love that I can change up the toppings to suit my mood.


Colt Fitzgerald (Window licker)
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I served it with grilled chicken and roasted vegetables.


Kawshi Dilrukshi
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I'm not a huge polenta fan, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so creamy and flavorful. I loved the addition of the two cheeses.


Irfan Mehmood
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The polenta was delicious, but I found it to be a bit too dry. I think I will add more milk or water next time.


Mdmusa Islam
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This polenta dish was an absolute hit with my family! The creamy texture and cheesy flavor were perfect. I will definitely be making this again.