Guest guest Posted October 17, 2001 Report Share Posted October 17, 2001 * Exported from MasterCook * Double Boiler Method For Soft Polenta Recipe By : Vegetarian Cooking for Everyone, Deborah Madison, page 523 Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Grains And Cereals Side Dishes Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt -- or to taste 2 cups coarse cornmeal preferably stone ground 2 tablespoons butter -- optional, up to 6 SERVES 6 This technique produces good soft polenta without requiring constant attention. It does, however, take longer since it doesn't cook directly over the heat. For a richer polenta, replace half or all of the water with milk. Bring a few inches water to boil in the lower half of a double boiler, then lower the heat. Bring 8 cups water to a boil in the top part of the double boiler directly over the heat, then add the salt and cornmeal as for traditional polenta. Cook, stirring constantly, until the consistency is even, then place the pan over the simmering water and cover. Cook for 1 1/2 hours. If you're in the kitchen, give it a stir every now and then, but it will come out all right if left unattended. Taste for salt, turn off the heat and stir in butter. To hold, lower the heat so that the water barely simmers and let stand until ready to use. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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