Creamy Polenta with Asparagus is a simple and scrumptious recipe for the North Italian porridge served with crispy asparagus and finished off with butter and Parmesan shavings for the perfect side dish. Delicious and comfort food at its best!
I absolutely love polenta with its wonderfully creamy and buttery corn flavor. And my family often enjoys this savory porridge for dinner. Topped with blanched asparagus and flavorful Parmesan cheese, it transforms into a restaurant-quality dish while being a breeze to make at home. Lemon zest and juice give a powerful punch of freshness, and finally, some freshly ground black pepper is always a good idea, too. To avoid lumps in polenta, make sure to pour the cornmeal into the saucepan with boiling water gradually and whisk constantly as you go.
To make the Creamy Polenta with Asparagus, you will need the following ingredients:
In a large pot over high heat, bring 3 cups whole milk and 3 cups water to a boil. Add in 2 teaspoons of salt and stir to dissolve.
Gradually pour in 1 cup polenta, whisking constantly, and then stir in 2 minced cloves garlic. Bring to a simmer and cook on low heat covered for 30 minutes until soft. Stir the polenta every 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Place the asparagus for 1 minute into boiling water until bright green, then drain immediately and run under cold water for 1 minute.
In a bowl, toss the asparagus with 1 teaspoon lemon zest, juice of ½ a lemon, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and salt to taste. Set aside.
Once the polenta is cooked, stir in 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 2 tablespoons butter. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
To serve, divide the polenta among serving bowls and top with asparagus and more Parmesan.
This easy and delicious Creamy Polenta with Asparagus recipe comes together quickly and tastes so good on a summer day. If you try this recipe, let us know! Leave a comment below, and don’t forget to tag a photo #cookmerecipes on Instagram so we can see it.
Deliciosa! Hice esta polenta hace semanas, y mi familia no puede dejar de hablar de lo buena que estaba. Es tan simple y perfecta para la cena. Me encanta cocinarla para mis niños, es un verdadero placer.
Wow! This creamy polenta was a hit at my dinner party! I added some fresh herbs and everyone couldn't stop raving about it! Comfort food at its finest!
I tried this creamy polenta as a side for dinner and it was a big hit with my family. The asparagus and Parmesan added a lovely touch, and it reminded me of meals I had growing up. So easy to make!
This recipe is super delish. I made it last weekend for my wife and she was so impressed. The creamy polenta paired perfectly with the asparagus and Parmesan. It made our dinner feel special, kinda like a fancy resturant at home. Can’t wait to make it again.
Delicious! I made this creamy polenta for a dinner party, and everyone was raving about it. The asparagus adds such a fresh touch, it's now a staple for me.
I tried the Creamy Polenta with Asparagus for a family dinner last week. Everyone loved it, and it was so easy to make!
OMG, this polenta is sooo creamy! Made it for dinner last night, & my friends were blown away. Super easy and delish! Total comfort food vibes. Y’all gotta try it!
I made the Creamy Polenta with Asparagus for a family dinner, and it was such a hit! The kids loved the creamy texture, and my husband couldn’t stop raving about the flavors. It was so easy to prepare, and it felt fancy enough for a special occasion. Thank you for this wonderful recipe!
I was able to make Creamy Polenta with Asparagus for our family night, and it was a hit! The kids loved the creamy texture, and I felt so proud to serve such a simple yet elegant dish. Thank you!
Delicious
Made this creamy polenta with asparagus for my hubby's bday. So easy and delish! We felt like we were dining out. Totally a keeper!
Sublime
Made this creamy polenta last night. My kids fought over the asparagus, it was a hit! Super easy and so creamy.
So yummy, family loved! Made it for dinner, and they couldn’t get enough. Creamy polenta paired with crunchy asparagus? Perfect comfort food!
So easy, so good. My kids loved this creamy polenta with asparagus. It was a hit at dinner, and I felt like a gourmet chef. We even shared some with neighbors, and they asked for the recipe. Pure comfort food.
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