Polenta Cornmeal Mush Recipe

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Polenta    Cornmeal Mush
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Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. Pour the cornmeal and 2 cups of water into a large bowl. Whisk it so there are no lumps. Set aside.
  2. Next, pour the remaining 4 cups of water and the salt into a pot, and bring to a boil.
  3. Now, gradually stir iin the polenta and cold water mixture.
  4. Let the polenta and water simmer gently.
  5. Stir frequently, so there is no sticking.
  6. It will take about 30 minutes until it is thick.
  7. Butter a bowl for the polenta to cool in. The polenta will take the shape of the bowl after sitting for about 10 minutes.
  8. Once it is set, invert the polenta onto a flat plate. You can cut thick slices.
  9. You can dredge in flour and fry and then serve them with syrup or jellies.
  10. You can also put your favorite spaghetti sauce and grated cheese on the top while hot.
  11. If you like mush you will know how you like to eat it.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 81.15 Kcal (340 kJ)
Calories from fat 14.6 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.62g 2%
Sodium 270.91mg 11%
Potassium 31.53mg 1%
Total Carbs 15.16g 5%
Dietary Fiber 1.42g 6%
Protein 1.42g 3%
Vitamin A 1mg 32%
Calcium 38.1mg 4%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 42.37 Kcal (177 kJ)
Calories from fat 7.62 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.85g 2%
Sodium 141.44mg 11%
Potassium 16.46mg 1%
Total Carbs 7.91g 5%
Dietary Fiber 0.74g 6%
Protein 0.74g 3%
Vitamin A 0.5mg 32%
Calcium 19.9mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 1.5
    Points
  • 2
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free,
  • sugar free

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