Gorgonzola Polenta Fries

Submitted by MirassouWinery

"Pair with Mirassou California Chardonnay. For more recipes and wine pairings, visit cookbook.mirassou.com."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• salt and pepper
• 1 1⁄2 cups yellow cornmeal
• 1 cup crumbled gorgonzola
• 6 cups canola oil

directions

1. Bring water, cream, garlic, salt and pepper to a boil in a medium saucepan; slowly whisk in cornmeal. Cook over medium-low heat until mixture begins to thicken, then stir in cheese. Cook and stir vigorously for about 5 minutes more or until mixture is as thick as bread dough.
2. Spread 1/2-inch thick on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 1 hour. Cut into 1/2-inch strips resembling French fries.
3. Heat oil to 325°F in a large deep pan. Carefully cook fries in hot oil until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.