Polenta (Fool-Proof Polenta)

This recipe is fool-proof. No hassles. No lumps. Every time. Who ever said polenta was tricky?

• Two things are key to lump-free results: Mixing the cornmeal with COLD water and stirring until it boils.
• Note what the Boys of Cooking have to say about cornmeal granulation.
• This recipe is easy to expand -- just maintain the 1:4::cornmeal:water ratio.

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Thank you, Lobstah and the Boys of Cooking, for this recipe!
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½ cup cornmeal

2 cups cold water

½ teaspoon salt

1-2 tablespoons butter (optional)

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• Mix corn meal, cold water and salt in a saucepan over HIGH heat. Stir constantly while water comes to a boil.
• When it begins to boil, reduce heat to LOWEST possible setting. Cover pan.
• Cook for 5-8 minutes more.
• Stir in butter, if you wish or skip it.