Creamy polenta is the ultimate comfort food and so versatile. This is one of my favorite quick and simple meals because it's light and packed with flavor!
I serve this creamy polenta with a giant arugula salad, crusty bread and a glass of red wine!
Ingredients:
1 cup Polenta corn grits (cooked according to instructions)
1 can Cannellini beans, drained
Fresh grated Pecorino Romano or Parmigiano-Reggiano
Fresh chives, chopped
Red pepper flakes (as spicy or as mild as you like)
Honey
Olive oil
Sea salt and black pepper
Process:
Cook polenta according to brand instructions. It is usually a 4:1 water to grits ratio, butter and cheese.
Once polenta is cooked, add cannellini beans, chives, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper. Stir to incorporate. Note: If you used salted water to cook your polenta (which you should always!), make sure to taste before adding more salt.
Garnish with a drizzle of honey, olive oil and cheese.