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Polenta with Gorgonzola and Almonds

By Melissa Roberts

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Polenta with Gorgonzola and AlmondsRomulo Yanes

The intense punch of Gorgonzola is right at home as it melts into soft, subtle polenta, while the almonds add a welcome crunch to this simple, seductive dish.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    20 min

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

3 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup quick-cooking polenta
1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 ounces Gorgonzola dolce
1/3 cup unsalted roasted almonds, chopped

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Bring water, milk, and 3/4 teaspoon salt to a boil in a large heavy saucepan. Sprinkle in polenta and cook over mediumheat, whisking constantly, 5 minutes.

    Step 2

    Remove from heat and whisk in parmesan and butter. Serve sprinkled with Gorgonzola, almonds, and 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper.

TagsItalianEuropeanPolentaRice & GrainsGorgonzolaBlue CheeseCheeseDairyAlmondNutSideDinnerVegetarianGluten FreeQuickEasySimmerGourmet
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