Quick Salt and Pepper Polenta

Quick Salt and Pepper Polenta

Quick Salt and Pepper Polenta By :Chop Secrets Votes: 1 Rating: 3 Rate this recipe! Print Recipe Course Dinner Cuisine Modern Difficulty Easy Browse Category Meat, Seven Ingredients or Less Duration 15-30 min Cooking Technique Pressure Cook, Sauté Main Ingredient Butter, Cheese, Polenta Prep Time 0 minutes Cook Time 25 minutes Servings 4 servings Ingredients […]

Brooke1999Brooke1999
Cook25 min
Total25 min
Servings4
Difficultyeasy

Ingredients

  • 1 cupPolenta
  • 4 cupWater
  • 1 tspKosher Salt
  • ⅛ tspPepper
  • 3 tbspButter
  • 4 ozgood quality pecorino cheese
  • pecorino, Additional grated pecorino

Instructions

  1. 1

    Using the display panel select the SAUTE function.

  2. 2

    Add polenta, warmed water, salt and pepper in the Instant Pot and whisk to combine.

  3. 3

    Bring to a simmer, then whisk again.

  4. 4

    Turn the pot off by selecting CANCEL, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.

  5. 5

    Using the display panel select the MANUAL or PRESSURE COOK function*. Use the +/- buttons and program the Instant Pot for 0 minutes.

  6. 6

    When the time is up, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.

  7. 7

    Whisk the polenta until well-combined and creamy.

  8. 8

    Add butter and stir to combine. Add pecorino a little at a time, whisking until melted. Adjust seasonings as needed.

  9. 9

    Serve--a wide, shallow bowl is traditional--topped with additional pecorino, salt and a generous grind of pepper.