Side dishe for 4
Instant-Pot Polenta
This creamy polenta cooks under pressure with water and salt, then finishes with butter, pepper, and Parmesan.
Typical price
$1.78for 4 servings
$0.44 per serving$1.78 for 4
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- 30 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $typical cost tier
ItalianVegetarianGluten-freeBudgetSide dishesInstant Pot
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Cornmeal, grits, polenta$0.08/oz typical | 5 oz | $0.40Typical price |
| Butter$0.40/oz typical | 1.25 oz | $0.50Typical price |
| Parmesan$0.55/oz typical | 1.25 oz | $0.64Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | a little | $0.19Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $1.78 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Salt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1 cup coarse polenta
- 4 1/4 cups water
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 2 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter
- freshly ground black pepper (optional)
- 2/3 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)
- fresh parsley (optional)
Steps
- Stir the polenta, water, and salt together in a 6-quart electric pressure cooker.
- Cook at high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then open the cooker.
- Stir in the butter, pepper, and Parmesan until creamy.
Swaps
- Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
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