Big-Batch Parmesan Polenta

From the kitchen of Carly

Creamy, deeply savory polenta that rewards patience and a wooden spoon. Coarse cornmeal becomes luxurious over low heat, then Parmesan and cracked pepper finish the job. Makes enough to feed a crowd or freeze for quick dinners.

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Servings
4
Difficulty
medium

Ingredients

4 servings

  • 11 Tbsp. kosher salt
  • 13 cups polenta (coarse cornmeal)
  • 11½ cups finely grated Parmesan
  • 11 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. 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.