Herbed Polenta

• Ready In: 0 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  cup assorted fresh herb leaves (such as mint, tarragon, parsley and basil)
• 1⁄4 cup  corn oil
• 2  tablespoons  corn oil
• 3 1⁄4 cups water
• 1  cup yellow cornmeal
• 1⁄3 cup  whipping cream
•  cayenne pepper

Directions

1. Bring small pot of water to boil.
2. Add herbs and blanch 5 seconds.
3. Drain.
4. Refresh under cold water and drain.
5. Place herbs and oil in blender and puree. Cover; chill.
6. (Can be made 1 day ahead.) Bring water to boil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Gradually whisk in cornmeal.
7. Cook until thickened, stirring often, about 5 minutes.
8. Add cream.
9. Stir in 1/4 cup herb puree. Season polenta with salt and cayenne. Serves: 4 Source: Bon Appetit Serve With: meats, roasts