Instant Pot Polenta
shared by Jennifer
Details:
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PT5M
- Prep Time: 5 Minutes PT20M
- Cook Time: 20 Minutes PT25M
- Total Time: 25 Minutes
- Difficulty: Novice
- Serves: 4 people
- Cuisine: American
Set instant Pot to “Saute” function. Add the water (or the broth) and salt, spices & herbs and bring to a simmer, about 5 minutes.Once the water is sim
Ingredients:
- 4 cups water or veggie broth
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- fresh cracked pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated onion power
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs ( Rosemary, herbs du Provence, Italian herb blend) or 1 tablespoon fresh herbs
- 1 cup polenta ( corn meal)
- 2–3 tablespoons olive oil or butter
Directions:
- Set instant Pot to “Saute” function. Add the water (or the broth) and salt, spices & herbs and bring to a simmer, about 5 minutes.
- Once the water is simmering, slowly pour in the polenta, a little at a time, while whisking vigorously as you pour to prevent any lumps. Once incorporated, set instant pot to 8 minutes, on high pressure.
- Manually release, covering the steam spout with a kitchen towel.
- Give a good stir. Add the olive oil (or butter). You could stop here and keep this vegan.
- Or swirl in your choice of cheese for extra richness, starting conservatively. Add more to taste.
- Keep it on the warm function until ready to stir, stirring occasionally. If polenta sits too long, and feels too firm, you can always “loosen” it by whisking in hot water. Taste and adjust salt.