Food & Cooking Recipes Dinner Recipes Dinner Side Dishes Easy Creamy Polenta 3.7 (10) By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Website An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Updated on May 30, 2019 Print Share Share Tweet Pin Email Servings: 4 Ingredients 1 cup coarse grain polenta ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons heavy cream 1 tablespoon butter Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper Directions In a large, deep saucepan, bring 5 cups of water to a boil. While whisking constantly, add polenta in a slow, steady stream. Reduce heat to medium, cook until thickened, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, about 15 minutes. Remove pan from heat and stir in cheese, heavy cream, and butter. Season with salt and pepper. Print