Instant Pot Creamy Polenta

I love polenta but up until recently, I very seldom made it. With two little ones running around the kitchen, I just don’t have the time to stand over a hot pot and stir constantly. Enter: the Instant Pot. I hate to sound like an ad for the Instant Pot here, but I can’t believe how much easier it is. Rather than standing over a hot pot, you can turn it on and walk away. Voila. 

This recipe is crazy simple but it did take some trial and a burn notice error to get it right. This is adapted from Bon Appetit’s recipe. I get a burn signal when I try their exact steps, so I’m sharing what I have found works for me. 

The method I’m sharing today is for good ol’ creamy polenta. In future posts I’ll share other things you can make with polenta.

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Instant Pot Creamy Polenta

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A life changing Instant Pot recipe for when you don't want to (or can't!) stand in front of the stove and stir constantly.

Ingredients

• 1 cup polenta (see notes)
• Salt
• 4 cups of water
• 2 - 3 tablespoons of butter
• Parmesan or pecorino

Instructions

1

Place the polenta, water, and a generous pinch of salt into the Instant Pot. Whisk everything together for 30 seconds or so. Secure the lid and select the PORRIDGE setting. Set timer for 9 minutes.

2

Release pressure immediately when timer goes off.

3

Once it’s safe to do so, remove the lid and start whisking the polenta. It will thicken as you whisk. Add the butter and a handful or two of pecorino or parmesan. Whisk until butter and cheese are incorporated. Serve immediately.

4

I love to eat creamy polenta with lots of roasted and/or sautéed veggies on top and a little extra cheese. Enjoy!

Notes

This recipe will not work with quick-cooking polenta.