Place a large deep pot on the stove. Add 4 cups of water in the pot, reserving 2 cups, add ½ tsp salt to the water. Heat pot and bring water to a boil.
In a bowl or a 4 cup measuring cup, place reserved 2 cups of water and add 2 cups of cornmeal / polenta to the water.
Stir and mix well to combine.
When the water in the pot comes to a boil, slowly add the mixed cornmeal to the pot a little at a time.
Stir constantly as you add the cornmeal. Lower the heat to medium low and continue stirring throughout the cooking process.
Add 1 Tbsp of no-salt seasoning and continue to stir.
When the polenta becomes smooth & thick (about 25 minutes of stirring, turn off the heat. Add 3 Tbsp of butter and mix through.
Your Polenta is now ready to serve.
(See our presentation Polenta II -Firm, for more cooking & serving suggestions)
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The Italians, like all cultures of the world have a dish that comes from the people. It is a food that is very filling and can be made in many different ways. Polenta is a staple in Italy that combined with other ingredients, becomes many different regional dishes. It can be creamy, baked or molded and fried. Whatever your pleasure, Polenta can be a main dish or a side dish, but no matter which way you prefer, It is always a comforting meal all year round.
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