Polenta Taragna Recipe Guide: Let Me Show You How I Make It!
Polenta Taragna
Equipment
- Large pot, whisk, wooden spoon, cheese grater, serving dish
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal polenta
- 1 cup buckwheat flour for the "taragna" part
- 1 quart 4 cups water or vegetable broth for added flavor
- 1 cup milk optional for creamier texture
- 100 g butter
- 150 g cheese Taleggio or Fontina, or a mix of both, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1-2 sprigs fresh rosemary or sage
Instructions
- Boil the Liquid: In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water (or vegetable broth for more flavor) to a boil. If you want extra creaminess, add 1 cup of milk as well. Add a pinch of salt.
- Slowly Add Polenta: While the liquid is boiling, reduce the heat to low and gradually pour in the cornmeal and buckwheat flour mixture, stirring constantly with a whisk to avoid lumps. This step is key to a smooth texture!
- Cook the Polenta: Let the mixture cook on low heat, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon for about 30-40 minutes. From my overall experience, patience is essential here polenta needs time to develop its smooth, creamy consistency.
- Add Butter and Cheese: Once the polenta is thick and smooth, stir in the butter until melted. Then, add the grated cheese (Taleggio or Fontina are my go-to choices, but feel free to mix in other mild cheeses). Stir until the cheese melts into the polenta, making it rich and creamy. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Transfer the polenta to a serving dish. If you like, top it with fresh herbs like rosemary or sage for an earthy aroma.
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