Quick polenta with seared mushrooms serves up comfort in minutes

This quick, comforting dish packs bold flavor with minimal effort, perfect for effortless weeknight dinners or impressing guests at casual gatherings

Raheli Krut|

Ingredients (serves 8):

For the polenta:
  • 2 cups water
  • 1½ cups milk
  • ½ cup heavy cream (38%)
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 level teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cornmeal
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Quick polenta with seared mushrooms
For the mushrooms:
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 white or red onions, peeled
  • 1 package champignon mushrooms
  • ½ teaspoon salt
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Instructions:

  1. Prepare the mushrooms: Slice the onions into strips and sauté in a pan with butter and olive oil until softened.
  2. Slice the mushrooms into quarters or slices and sear together with the onions until tender. Season with salt.
  3. Prepare the polenta: In a medium pot, heat water, milk, cream, salt, and corn kernels until boiling.
  4. Gradually add the cornmeal while stirring with a wooden spoon. Cook, stirring continuously, until the mixture is smooth and tender—about 10 to 12 minutes. Taste to ensure it’s soft before removing from heat. Tip: If you prefer a looser texture, add another ½ cup of water.
  5. Transfer to serving cups or bowls, top with the mushroom mixture, and serve.
Tip: If you have leftover polenta, reheat it the next day in the microwave or in a pot with a little water until it returns to a soft texture.
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