Wild Mushroom Polenta
This wild mushroom polenta is a great side. The fresh taste of the corn melds very well with an assortment of fresh mushrooms. You can finish it with a truffle oil for that extra kick!

Taste: Savory
Nationality: Italian
Course: Side
Ingredients
   
1cupcornmeal
3cupswater
2cupschicken stock
2Tbsp.extra-virgin olive oil
6oz.chanterelle mushrooms
6oz.shitake mushrooms
6oz.cremini mushrooms
1mediumshallot, diced
2mediumgarlic cloves, chopped
1tsp.salt
0.5tsp.fresh ground pepper
4oz.brie cheese
4oz.pecorino cheese
1Tbsp.butter
Directions
 
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, add shallots and garlic, sauté until soft, approximately 3 minutes. Coarsely chop mushrooms and add to garlic and shallots. Sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Transfer to bowl and set aside. Add stock and water to saucepan and bring to a low boil over medium high heat. Once boiling, whisk in cornmeal pouring in a steady slow stream. Continue stirring until smooth and reduce heat to low and simmer 15 min. Adding water as needed for consistency. When desired consistency is reached, add sautéed mushrooms and cheese. Mix well until cheese is melted. Finish with butter and salt and pepper to taste. Serve. As an added “gourmet” touch, drizzle with white truffle oil, if desired.
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