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Wood-Fired Polenta alla Vodka
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Wood-Fired Polenta alla Vodka

4.9 (32 ratings)

A Wood-Fired Polenta, built on a slow, honest base, and served alla Vodka.

Prep
24 min
Cook
25 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb polenta
  • 1 lb extra-virgin olive oil
  • a pinch garlic
  • 4 oz Parmesan
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil
  • 2 tbsp kosher salt
  • 1 cup cracked black pepper
  • to taste fresh herbs, to finish
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the polenta generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the polenta and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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