Polenta is one of those dishes that immediately brings us back to the kitchen, to the aromas of home and the simple but reassuring flavors. However, often those who try to make it are scared by the cooking times, the lumps, or the constant stirring. With the Monsieur Cuisine Smart everything becomes much simpler: the polenta cooks evenly without sticking, and you can focus on other things while it reaches the perfect consistency.
In this recipe, I show you how to get a soft, creamy, and lump-free polenta, ready to be enjoyed immediately or seasoned as you like. Whether you want to add cheese, a drizzle of oil, sauce, vegetables, or just serve it plain, the base is always impeccable. It’s a practical recipe, suitable even for those who have never made polenta before but do not want to compromise on flavor and perfect consistency.
Making it with the Monsieur Cuisine Smart means less stress and more satisfaction, bringing to the table a dish that the whole family loves and that you can customize according to your tastes. I’ll guide you step-by-step, with practical tips, mistakes to avoid, and tricks for a perfect polenta on the first try.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Very economical
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Cooking with kitchen robot
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons, Autumn, Winter
Ingredients
- 11.6 oz coarse cornmeal
- 5.9 cups water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (or butter)
Tools
- 1 Kitchen Robot Monsieur Cuisine Smart
- 1 Spoon
- 1 Teaspoon
- 1 Bowl
Steps
Weigh the polenta flour using either a scale or directly on the robot’s lid using the Scale function.
Pour into the bowl:
– water
– salt
– oil (or butter)
Set 212°F – speed 1 – 10 minutes, with lid cap inserted, to bring the water to temperature.
Set:
– 212°F
– speed 2
– 30 minutes and start cooking.While cooking, remove the lid cap and slowly sprinkle in the coarse cornmeal through the hole in the lid.
This step is crucial to avoid lumps.
Replace the lid cap and let it cook.At the end of cooking, open the bowl and stir manually with the spatula.
If the polenta is too thick, add a few tablespoons of hot water and stir.
Mistakes to Avoid
Pouring in all the flour at once
Overcooking if you want it soft
Letting it rest without stirring: it tends to harden
How to Dress the Polenta (Ideas)
Once ready you can serve it with:
tomato sauce
melted cheeses
sauteed vegetables
meat or cold cuts
eggs
Polenta is a simple and versatile base, suitable for a thousand combinations.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Can I use a different flour than coarse cornmeal?
Yes. With fine cornmeal, you will need less water and less cooking time.
Can I prepare it in advance?
Yes, but it should be kept soft by stirring and adding hot water before serving.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes, just avoid overly strong seasonings.
The polenta prepared with the Monsieur Cuisine Smart is ready! Soft right out of the bowl, creamy if served immediately, slightly firmer if left to rest for a few minutes. You can enjoy it as it is or add cheese, vegetables, sauce, or cold cuts: the choice is yours. No frills, no complications, because in the kitchen, it’s the flavor and a table full of loved ones that matter.
