Creamy Polenta with Mushrooms (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Polenta Base

01 - 1 cup cornmeal
02 - 4 cups vegetable broth
03 - 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
04 - 2 tablespoons butter

→ Mushroom Topping

05 - 1 pound mushrooms, sliced
06 - 2 garlic cloves, minced

# Instructions:

01 - Bring vegetable broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Slowly whisk in cornmeal, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, for 20 minutes until thickened to a creamy consistency.
02 - Remove polenta from heat. Stir in Parmesan cheese and butter until fully incorporated and melted. Cover to keep warm.
03 - In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sauté the sliced mushrooms and minced garlic until mushrooms are browned and have released their moisture, about 5-7 minutes.
04 - Divide the creamy polenta among serving bowls. Top generously with the sautéed mushrooms and serve immediately.

# Notes:

01 - For creamier polenta, use a fine-ground cornmeal. Yellow cornmeal provides a richer color and flavor than white varieties.