Fresh Corn Polenta
Thick and creamy, this fresh corn polenta is laced with buttery sautéed corn, Dijon mustard, and Parmesan cheese. Comforting and delicious, it makes a wonderful base for a myriad of stews, ragouts, roast chicken, meatballs - any of your favourite savoury cravings!
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Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup salted butter
- 3 cups fresh corn kernels cut off the cobs, 4 large ears
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3/4 cup fine cornmeal
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup coffee cream
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Heat the butter in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium heat. Add the corn and cook for 6-9 minutes, depending on the starchiness of the corn, until the kernels are cooked through and starting to brown around the edge of the pan.
- Meanwhile, combine the chicken stock, 1/2 cup (125 mL) of water, and garlic in a large saucepan or Dutch oven. Bring to a boil over high heat. Slowly add the cornmeal while whisking constantly so there are no lumps. Switch to a wooden spoon and add the salt and pepper. Simmer over low heat for about 15-20 minutes, until the polenta is thick and creamy. Be sure to stir frequently and scrape the bottom of the pan so the polenta doesn’t burn.
- When the polenta is cooked, stir in the sautéed corn, Parmesan cheese, cream, Dijon mustard, and thyme leaves. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Fresh Corn Polenta
Serving Size
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
501
% Daily Value*
Fat
24
g
37
%
Saturated Fat
12
g
75
%
Cholesterol
55
mg
18
%
Sodium
1059
mg
46
%
Potassium
688
mg
20
%
Carbohydrates
57
g
19
%
Fiber
6
g
25
%
Sugar
12
g
13
%
Protein
18
g
36
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.