Cheesy Polenta

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole milk
• 2 cups water
• 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 cup polenta or yellow cornmeal
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 4 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese , shredded

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine milk, water, and kosher salt in a large pot over medium-high heat; bring to a boil. Gradually whisk polenta into boiling milk-water mixture. Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer until creamy, about 20 minutes, lifting the lid and stirring every 3 to 4 minutes to prevent sticking.

2. 2

   Remove the pot from heat. Stir in butter and pepper until incorporated. Gradually stir in cheese until melted. Serve hot.