Microwave Polenta for Two

photo by loof751

- Ready In:
- 13mins
- Ingredients:
- 3
- Serves:
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2
ingredients
directions
- Place polenta, water and salt in a 2-quart bowl.
- Microwave on high for eight minutes, then stir.
- If the polenta is not thick enough, return to microwave for two more minutes.
- Add flavoring ingredients to suit you and your meal, such as butter, grated parmesan, pepper, fresh chives, and a little cream.
Reviews
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I really enjoyed this easy-to-make polenta! After the specified 8 minutes of cooking, I whisked the polenta smooth then cooked another minute and it was perfect. As you suggested, I stirred in just a small amount of cream, then added some parmesan cheese and pepper. This made 2 very generous servings that could easily be stretched to 3. Topped with sauteed veggies and really enjoyed - thanks for sharing the recipe! Made for Spring Pick-A-Chef 2013
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I just uncovered my partial bag of polenta, and decided this was a good day for hot cereal-didn't hurt that there was a recipe for that on the bag. It made 4 servings on the stovetop, and I only wanted 1 serving, and didn't want to make a mess in a saucepan, or fry polenta slices for the next several days, and the freezer is FULL, so I googled microwave polenta and checked this recipe out. It cooked in 4 minutes and I did 1 cup water to 1/4 cup polenta. It was a bit thick, so next time I may add a bit more water, or milk. I have a 900 Watt microwave, btw. This is a really easy recipe, especially for someone who has never cooked it before, and you can have it ready very easily even at the last minute, and it's GOOD.
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Thank you for sharing this recipe! It's so much easier than standing over a hot pot stirring for 30 minutes and I like this texture better. I only cooked it for 6.5 minutes because it was looking kind of thick at that point. I added a tablespoon of butter and the same amount of parm. Next time I'll add more of each and maybe some garlic powder.