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Pumpkin Sage Polenta Recipe

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This creamy Pumpkin Sage Polenta is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for fall. Made with simple ingredients like polenta, pumpkin puree, fresh sage, Parmesan cheese, and butter, it delivers a warm, savory taste with a hint of earthiness from the sage. The polenta is cooked slowly on the stovetop until tender and creamy, making it an ideal side or main dish for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 3 cups water
  • 1 cup polenta
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (canned or freshly roasted)
  • 1 teaspoon chopped sage
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (cubed)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the polenta mixture: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the water, polenta, and kosher salt until well combined.
  2. Cook the polenta: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, whisking periodically to prevent lumps. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon to avoid sticking and ensure even cooking.
  3. Add pumpkin and sage: After the polenta has started to thicken, stir in the pumpkin puree and chopped sage. Continue to cook and stir for about 15-20 minutes, until the polenta pulls away from the sides of the pan and reaches a creamy, thick consistency.
  4. Finish with cheese and butter: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and cubed unsalted butter until melted and fully incorporated, creating a rich and creamy texture.
  5. Serve: Serve the polenta immediately while hot and creamy, or alternatively, pour it into a square dish to cool and set, then slice and serve as desired.

Notes

  • Use canned pumpkin puree if freshly roasted pumpkin is not available to save time.
  • Stirring constantly during cooking prevents the polenta from sticking and forming lumps.
  • For a firmer texture, let the polenta cool and set, then cut into slices and serve.
  • Adjust salt to taste based on the saltiness of your Parmesan cheese.

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