Ingredients
- Unsalted butter, as needed (for greasing)
- 1 cup medium-coarse cornmeal
- 4 1/2 cups water
- 3/4 cup milk
- 3/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- 1 1/2 tablespoons butter, optional, for stirring
- Grated Parmesan cheese, optional, for serving
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Ground black pepper, optional, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Generously grease a baking dish with butter.
- In the greased dish, whisk together the cornmeal, water, milk, and salt until combined. The mixture may look a bit uneven; this is normal.
- Place the dish in the oven and bake uncovered for about 50-60 minutes. Stir the mixture halfway through to ensure even cooking. When the polenta is set and slightly firm, remove it from the oven.
- Adjust seasoning with extra salt if needed, and mix in 1 1/2 tablespoons of butter. If desired, top with grated Parmesan, parsley, and a sprinkle of black pepper before serving.