polenta (microwave recipe)
(from BeSu’s recipe box)
from cook’s illustrated: Unlike the stovetop method, microwave polenta does not require constant stirring. After testing different grinds of cornmeal, we found the medium-grind varieties, sold as polenta, are best. Makes 3 1/2 cups
Source: cook's illustrated (from RecipeThing user bramble)
Prep time: 2 minutes
Cook time: 12 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal, medium-grind
- 3 1/2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
Directions
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In a 2-quart Pyrex measuring cup, covered with plastic wrap, microwave cornmeal, water, and salt at 100% power for 6 minutes.
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Uncover and stir thoroughly, then continue to microwave at 100% power until polenta is creamy and fully cooked, 5 to 6 minutes longer.