Polenta By the Yard

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Ingredients

  • 18 cups water
  • 6 cups heavy cream
  • Kosher salt
  • 4 cups fine-ground polenta (not instant)
  • 2 cups shredded imported Fontina cheese (6 ounces)
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus more for serving
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • Freshly ground pepper
  • Sausages and Peppers

Instructions

  1. Line a heatproof table with butcher paper.
  2. In a very large pot, combine the water with the heavy cream, season with salt and bring to a boil.
  3. Gradually whisk in the polenta and bring to a boil over moderately high heat, whisking constantly.
  4. Cook the polenta over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until thick, creamy and no longer gritty, about 30 minutes.
  5. Stir in the Fontina and Parmigiano-Reggiano until melted, then stir in the nutmeg and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Immediately pour the polenta onto the butcher paper and invite guests to grab spoons and forks, add toppings and dive in.
  7. Pass additional Parmigiano-Reggiano at the table.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

283 kcal 14% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.8g 14% DV
Total Fat 21.7g 28% DV
Carbs 17.3g 6% DV
Fiber 6.1g 22% DV
Sugar 3.9g 8% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10040.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 237.8mg 5% DV
Cholesterol 37.3mg 12% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 136.8mcg 15% DV
Vitamin C 21.6mg 24% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 215mg 17% DV
Iron 1.1mg 6% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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