How to Make Creamy Polenta from a Polenta Tube

Cajun Shrimp and Creamy Polenta! I’ve been trying to eat more seafood lately so I decided on some saucy cajun shrimp with a creamy polenta base. I love creamy polenta! So comforting! It is just ground corn, so if you love corn, you would love polenta. I made this creamy polenta from a polenta tube. I have only been shopping at Trader Joes lately since the quarantine started. They only sell polenta in a tube. It is nice if you wanna bake your polenta, but I was in the mood for creamy polenta. So, I am going to share how I created this creamy polenta from a polenta tube.

What is Polenta?

Polenta is a dish made from creamy cornmeal. The corn is finely processed and then added to a liquid to create a creamy consistency, much like mashed potatoes. It originated in Italy and is now a staple in many Italian American households. It is very similar to grits, which is eaten frequently in the Southern part of the United States.

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Ingredients

• 1 16oz Tube of Polenta
• 1 Cup Broth I used Chicken Broth
• 2 tsp Olive Oil
• 1/3 Cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese You can use more! 🙂
• black pepper to taste

Instructions

• Dice up the Polenta Log
• Add diced Polenta to a saucepan with Broth and Olive Oil. Cook on medium heat and stir frequently with a whisk until fully combined. About 10 minutes
• Remove the saucepan from the heat and add some black pepper and the parmesan cheese. I didn’t use a whole lot of cheese, so if you love cheese, I suggest you add as much as you like. Stir until combined.
• Serve as a side with your favorite meal, or eat it just as it is!

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