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Herby Polenta with Smoked Gouda can be a side dish or main dish

Herby Polenta {with Smoked Gouda}

The fresh herbs flavors popping through with hints of smoked gouda in every creamy extremely satisfying bite!
Cook Time 35 minutes
Course Side Dish
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 3 Tablespoons butter
  • 2 Tablespoons freshly chopped herbs (like parsley, sage, rosemary, thyme)
  • 2 1/2 to 3 cups water, divided
  • 2 cups chicken or veggie broth
  • 1 cup yellow polenta
  • 1 cup shredded smoked gouda cheese
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a small saute pan over medium low heat, melt 3 tablespoons butter. Add in chopped fresh herbs and saute for 1-2 minutes. Reserve.
  • Bring 2 1/2 cups water and 2 cups broth to a boil in a heavy bottomed large saucepan. Slowly whisk in the polenta, bringing to a low boil stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low, stirring constantly until polenta begins to thicken. Cover and continue to cook over low heat for 25-30 minutes or until polenta is tender, stirring every 3-4 minutes to keep from sticking to bottom of pan. If polenta is thicker than desired you can whisk in more water, a couple tablespoons at a time.
  • Stir in melted herb butter and the shredded gouda cheese, stirring with wooden spoon until cheese is melted. Season with salt & pepper to taste. Best served immediately as polenta will thicken as it stands. To reheat stir in a little water, broth or milk. Enjoy!

Notes

Depending on how coarsely ground the polenta is the cooking time and amount of water will vary.  Adjust accordingly.