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Warm breakfast polenta bowl

Warm Breakfast Polenta Bowl

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups water or milk or a combination
  • 1 cup polenta or coarse cornmeal
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Toppings: fresh berries sliced bananas, chopped nuts, brown sugar, or a drizzle of cream

Method
 

  1. Boil water or milk and salt in a medium saucepan over medium-high.
  2. Gradually whisk polenta in a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
  3. Reduce heat to low; cook 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon, until thick, creamy, and pulling from pan sides.
  4. Off heat, stir in butter, maple syrup, vanilla, and cinnamon until combined and butter melts.
  5. Thin with a splash of milk or water if needed; polenta thickens as it cools.
  6. Divide warm polenta among four bowls; add favorite toppings such as berries and honey.