Creamy Polenta With Chives

Submitted by Chef Art

"This recipe is from foodnetwork.com (take home chef). Its the best polenta I've tried so far. I used milk instead of heavy cream - it makes it lighter. Also, I used chicken broth instead of chicken stock. Enjoy!"

 

• Ready In: 45mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 5 cups chicken broth
• 4 cups whole milk
• 1 1⁄2 cups polenta
• 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
• salt and pepper

directions

1. Combine the broth and milk in a heavy based large saucepan. Bring to a simmer over HIGH heat. Slowly whisk the polenta into the hot cream mixture.
2. Whisk the polenta over MEDIUM heat until it comes to a simmer. Reduce the heat to MEDIUM to LOW and simmer gently, stirring often, for about 45 minutes or until the polenta is thick and creamy and no longer has a starchy taste.
3. Remove the polenta from the heat. Stir in the parmesan cheese, butter, and chives. Season to taste with salt and pepper.