Basic Polenta RecipeThis polenta recipe is simple and easy to create. Traditionally, polenta was considered the food of the poor in Italy. That's because it is basically a form of cornmeal. Now it is cooked across Italy (especially in Northern regions where it is used in place of rice and pasta), and is trickling into American cuisine as well. Pay attention on your next dining-out trip -- you may be surprised to find it on the menu!Serves 4-6 Ingredients  )In a large heavy saucepan, bring the water to a boil, then add the salt. Turn the heat down to simmer, and slowly pour in the flour. Stir the water constantly with a whisk, until all of the flour has been added. Once this is done, replace your whisk with a wooden spoon, continuing to stir the mixture over low to medium heat until it begins to pull away from the sides of the pan. (This process takes a while, sometimes up to half an hour so don't give up - keep mixing!) When it is formed a mass, remove the pot from the stove. Wet the inside of a large bowl and spoon the mixture inside. Allow this to set for about 5-10 minutes, and then flip it over onto a serving dish. You can serve this dish with almost any type of sauce that you wish, like a basic tomato or a meat sauce. Or continue from here to make a fried or grilled version that will be perfect for as antipasti or to accompany your main course!
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