Creamy Porcini Mushroom Polenta
By: Sheri Wetherell
Published: Friday, January 13, 2012 - 11:15am

Ingredients




1 cup polenta
4 cups water
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup porcini mushrooms (dried or fresh)
1/2 cup heavy cream (or until desired consistency)
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or more to taste)
Salt to taste

Preparation

1 In a large heavy bottomed saucepan, season water with salt and bring to a boil. Quickly whisk in the polenta until fully incorporated. 2 Lower the heat to a simmer, add the butter and porcini and allow the polenta to cook, stirring occasionally for about 30 minutes. 3 Finish by stirring in the cream and Parmesan cheese. If necessary, add salt to taste.

About

Once known as a peasant food in Italy, polenta has become a staple in many kitchens and fine restaurants. This creamy polenta is excellent with any grilled meat (try this delicious Porchetta recipe!), but also wonderful as a comforting main dish. Any type of mushroom can be used, but we like the flavor and tenderness of porcini. Look for fresh porcini or simply rehydrate dried ones.