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Basic Microwave Polenta

Makes a substitute for potatoes.





List of Ingredients



• 2 3/4 cups water
  
• 3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
  
• 1/4 tsp. salt
  






Instructions



1. In a 3-quart microwave-safe bowl, with wire whisk, beat water, cornmeal & salt.
   
2. Cover and microwave on high, 100%, for 9 minutes, beating every 3 minutes until smooth
   
3. Remove cover and microwave on hight 8 minutes longer, beating midway & at end until well combined.
   
4. Spread polenta into 9" square baking pan or pie plate; let polenta cool to room temperature, then refrigerate.
   
5. (Dried spices of your choice may be added to the mixture before cooking.)
   






Final Comments


To serve, cut polenta into squares,& saute in small amount of oil or heat on the grill.
Carb. 14g;
Cholesterol 0m;
Calories 63
Fat .2g