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Brown Butter and Sage Polenta Recipe

Brown Butter and Sage Polenta Recipe for Cozy Dinner Tonight

  • Author: asmahane
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Make a cozy dinner tonight with a Brown Butter and Sage Polenta recipe creamy savory and done in 30 minutes simple steps for comforting flavor

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup coarse polenta (or medium-grind cornmeal)
  • 4 cups water (or 2 cups water + 2 cups milk for creamier polenta)
  • 1 teaspoon fine salt
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 8–10 fresh sage leaves
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cup grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 cup heavy cream or mascarpone
  • Optional: A pinch of chili flakes

    • Instructions

  • Bring the liquid to a simmer: In a medium saucepan, heat 4 cups water (or water + milk) with 1 teaspoon salt until it gently simmers.
  • Slowly whisk in the polenta: Reduce heat to low and pour the polenta in a steady stream, whisking to prevent lumps until it thickens to a soft, porridge-like consistency.
  • Cook, stirring often: Let the polenta simmer gently for 20–25 minutes, stirring every 2–3 minutes to prevent sticking. If it gets too thick, whisk in a few tablespoons of hot water.
  • Brown the butter and crisp the sage: While the polenta cooks, melt 3 tablespoons butter in a small skillet over medium heat. When milk solids turn golden and nutty, remove from heat. Add sage leaves to the warm butter and fry until crisp (20–30 seconds). Transfer leaves to a paper towel and reserve the brown butter.
  • Finish the polenta: Off the heat, stir 1/2–3/4 cup grated Parmesan into the polenta until melted and glossy. If using cream or mascarpone, stir it in now. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  • Dress with brown butter and sage: Spoon polenta into bowls, drizzle with the warm brown butter, and scatter the crispy sage on top. Add a final grind of black pepper and extra shaved cheese if desired.
  • Serve warm: Polenta is best hot and soft. If it sets before serving, reheat gently with a splash of water or milk and stir until creamy.

    • Notes

    Creamy polenta mellowed with nutty browned butter and brightened with crispy sage. Simple enough for a weeknight, special enough for guests — silky, warm, and wildly comforting.

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 25 minutes
    • Category: Side dish
    • Cuisine: Italian

    Nutrition

    • Calories: 310 kcal
    • Sugar: 2 g
    • Fat: 18 g
    • Carbohydrates: 30 g
    • Fiber: 3 g
    • Protein: 10 g

    Keywords: polenta, brown butter, sage, comfort food, vegetarian, side dish

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