{"id":97573,"date":"2025-11-09T14:25:24","date_gmt":"2025-11-09T21:25:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/?p=97573"},"modified":"2025-11-09T14:25:28","modified_gmt":"2025-11-09T21:25:28","slug":"polenta-with-mushrooms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/recipes\/polenta-with-mushrooms\/","title":{"rendered":"Creamy Parmesan Polenta with Mushrooms"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Creamy Parmesan Polenta with Mushrooms<\/strong> &ndash; Soft, creamy polenta topped with buttery garlic mushrooms. It&rsquo;s rich, comforting, and ridiculously satisfying. A restaurant-worthy dish made with pantry staples and ready in about <strong>30 minutes<\/strong>.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg 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href=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/recipes\/polenta-with-mushrooms\/#Why_Youll_Love_This_Recipe\">Why You&rsquo;ll Love This Recipe<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/recipes\/polenta-with-mushrooms\/#Ingredients_and_Tips\">Ingredients and Tips<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/recipes\/polenta-with-mushrooms\/#How_To_Make_Creamy_Parmesan_Polenta_with_Mushrooms\">How To Make Creamy Parmesan Polenta with Mushrooms<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/recipes\/polenta-with-mushrooms\/#How_To_Serve\">How To Serve<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" 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https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/joanna-cismaru-headshot-96x96.jpeg 96w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/joanna-cismaru-headshot-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/joanna-cismaru-headshot-500x500.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/joanna-cismaru-headshot.jpeg 1466w\" sizes=\"200px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/joanna-cismaru-headshot.jpeg\">\n\t\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h2 class=\"section-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Creamy_Parmesan_Polenta_with_Garlic_Butter_Mushrooms\"><\/span>\n\n\n\t\n\t\tCreamy Parmesan Polenta with Garlic Butter Mushrooms\n\t\n\n\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"section-description\"><p>I absolutely love this recipe. <strong>Creamy Parmesan Polenta with Mushrooms<\/strong> is comfort food at its finest. Rich, buttery, and ridiculously easy to make. The polenta comes out silky and smooth, loaded with Parmesan and a splash of cream for that restaurant level finish. Then there are the mushrooms saut&eacute;ed in butter with garlic and thyme until they&rsquo;re golden and smell so good you&rsquo;ll want to eat them straight from the pan.<\/p>\n<p>This is one of those meals I make when I want something cozy but don&rsquo;t feel like fussing around. It tastes like something you&rsquo;d order at a little Italian bistro, but it&rsquo;s made with simple ingredients you probably already have. Creamy, cheesy, and a little bit fancy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-3.jpg\" alt=\"Mixed mushrooms saut&eacute;ing in butter with garlic, parsley, and thyme inside a black skillet, stirred with a wooden spoon.\" class=\"wp-image-97761\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-3.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-3-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-3-750x600.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-3-75x60.jpg 75w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-3-730x584.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-3-400x320.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-3-200x160.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-3-180x144.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-3-177x142.jpg 177w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-3-150x120.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-3.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content location-fwc-content block-tip-box\" id=\"block_89528ba05f739376caa68168b98132fe\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h2 class=\"section-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Youll_Love_This_Recipe\"><\/span>\n\n\n\t\n\t\tWhy You&rsquo;ll Love This Recipe\n\t\n\n\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"section-description\"><ul>\n<li><strong>It&rsquo;s pure comfort.<\/strong> Creamy, cheesy, buttery polenta topped with garlicky mushrooms. Every bite feels like a warm hug.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Simple ingredients, big flavor.<\/strong> Pantry staples that come together into something restaurant worthy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Quick and easy.<\/strong> Ready in about 30 minutes with minimal effort and zero stress.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Versatile.<\/strong> Serve it as a vegetarian main, a side for grilled meats, or a cozy brunch with a fried egg on top.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Leftovers are just as good.<\/strong> Reheat with a splash of broth or milk and it turns silky again in minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content location-fwc-content block-icon-header style-check block-ingredients\" id=\"Ingredients_and_Tips\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-image\">\n\n\t\n\t\t<img width=\"1500\" height=\"1200\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-ingredients.jpg\" class=\"attachment-placement-section size-placement-section entry-image\" alt=\"Glass bowls filled with chicken broth, yellow cornmeal, mushrooms, Parmesan, butter, cream, herbs, and garlic arranged neatly on a counter.\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-ingredients.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-ingredients-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-ingredients-750x600.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-ingredients-75x60.jpg 75w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-ingredients-730x584.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-ingredients-400x320.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-ingredients-200x160.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-ingredients-180x144.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-ingredients-177x142.jpg 177w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-ingredients-150x120.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-ingredients.jpg\">\n\t\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h2 class=\"section-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients_and_Tips\"><\/span>\n\n\n\t\n\t\tIngredients and Tips\n\t\n\n\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"section-description\"><ul>\n<li><strong>Use good broth:<\/strong> Use a quality chicken or vegetable broth instead of plain water. Homemade if you&rsquo;ve got it, store bought if you don&rsquo;t.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Choose the right polenta:<\/strong> Go for medium or coarse ground yellow cornmeal. Instant polenta works too, just follow the cooking time on the package.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add the cornmeal slowly:<\/strong> Pour it in a thin stream while whisking to prevent lumps. If you dump it in all at once, you&rsquo;ll get a clumpy mess instead of smooth polenta.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stir often:<\/strong> Polenta likes attention. Give it a stir every few minutes so it stays creamy and doesn&rsquo;t stick to the bottom of the pot.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Don&rsquo;t skimp on butter or Parmesan:<\/strong> This is what&rsquo;s going to make this polenta rich and luxurious.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sear the mushrooms well:<\/strong> Use a large skillet and resist the urge to stir too soon. Let them sear so they turn golden instead of steaming.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add garlic at the end:<\/strong> Garlic burns fast.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Taste as you go:<\/strong> Every broth and Parmesan brand is different, so season to taste at the end.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content location-fwc-content block-icon-header style-tip\" id=\"block_0a184726c119e9ee36192bcb7808d809\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h2 class=\"section-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Make_Creamy_Parmesan_Polenta_with_Mushrooms\"><\/span>\n\n\n\t\n\t\tHow To Make Creamy Parmesan Polenta with Mushrooms\n\t\n\n\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content location-fwc-content block-icon-header style-count\" id=\"block_bb7c1056cf86cbd6c42e29dea21056cd\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h3 class=\"section-title\">\n\n\n\t\n\t\tCook the polenta.\n\t\n\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"936\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-1.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make creamy parmesan polenta with mushrooms.\" class=\"wp-image-97774\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-1.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-1-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-1-750x468.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-1-96x60.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-1-730x456.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-1-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-1-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-1-180x112.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-1-177x110.jpg 177w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-1-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Bring the broth to a gentle boil in a saucepan, then slowly whisk in the cornmeal. The trick is to pour it in gradually while whisking so it stays smooth. Lower the heat and cook for about 20 minutes, stirring often, until it&rsquo;s thick and creamy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content location-fwc-content block-icon-header style-count\" id=\"block_230a425f1f571f7efe9379b6d8baab73\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h3 class=\"section-title\">\n\n\n\t\n\t\tMake it rich.\n\t\n\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"936\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-2.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make creamy parmesan polenta with mushrooms.\" class=\"wp-image-97773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-2.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-2-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-2-750x468.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-2-96x60.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-2-730x456.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-2-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-2-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-2-180x112.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-2-177x110.jpg 177w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-2-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-2.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When the polenta is soft and smooth, stir in the butter, Parmesan, and cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep it warm on low heat while you cook the mushrooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content location-fwc-content block-icon-header style-count\" id=\"block_07c3d09449fc92954cdfeccf00169c8c\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h3 class=\"section-title\">\n\n\n\t\n\t\tCook the mushrooms.\n\t\n\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"936\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-3.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make creamy parmesan polenta with mushrooms.\" class=\"wp-image-97772\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-3.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-3-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-3-750x468.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-3-96x60.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-3-730x456.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-3-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-3-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-3-180x112.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-3-177x110.jpg 177w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-3-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-3.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and spread them out in an even layer. Let them cook without stirring for a few minutes so they brown properly, then toss and cook until golden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content location-fwc-content block-icon-header style-count\" id=\"block_d50c28719c40bfdd9073cd56ed8dfd9a\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h3 class=\"section-title\">\n\n\n\t\n\t\tAdd flavor.\n\t\n\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"936\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-4.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make creamy parmesan polenta with mushrooms.\" class=\"wp-image-97771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-4.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-4-768x479.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-4-750x468.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-4-96x60.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-4-730x456.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-4-400x250.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-4-200x125.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-4-180x112.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-4-177x110.jpg 177w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-4-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polent-with-mushrooms-process-shots-4.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the mushrooms are browned, add the garlic and thyme. Cook for about a minute until fragrant, then season with salt and pepper. Stir in parsley if you like a fresh finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content location-fwc-content block-icon-header style-count\" id=\"block_d330760571d20839e1169a547c50dbc4\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h3 class=\"section-title\">\n\n\n\t\n\t\tServe it up.\n\t\n\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-17.jpg\" alt=\"process shots showing how to make creamy parmesan polenta with mushrooms.\" class=\"wp-image-97769\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-17.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-17-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-17-750x600.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-17-75x60.jpg 75w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-17-730x584.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-17-400x320.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-17-200x160.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-17-180x144.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-17-177x142.jpg 177w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-17-150x120.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-17.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Spoon the creamy polenta into bowls and top with the buttery mushrooms. Finish with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan and a crack of black pepper. Serve hot and enjoy that perfect mix of creamy, garlicky, and earthy flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1875\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-16.jpg\" alt=\"Creamy yellow polenta in a white bowl topped with saut&eacute;ed mushrooms, thyme sprigs, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.\" class=\"wp-image-97758\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-16.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-16-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-16-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-16-750x938.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-16-48x60.jpg 48w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-16-730x913.jpg 730w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-16-400x500.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-16-200x250.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-16-180x225.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-16-177x221.jpg 177w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-16-150x188.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/creamy-parmesan-polenta-with-mushrooms-1-16.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"featured-content location-fwc-content block-posts\" id=\"block_72e263e2191a6070c7f529008d384eb8\">\n\n\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content\">\n\n\t\n\t<h2 class=\"section-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Serve\"><\/span>\n\n\n\t\n\t\tHow To Serve\n\t\n\n\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"section-description\"><p>This <strong>Creamy Parmesan Polenta with Mushrooms<\/strong> is one of those dishes that works for almost any occasion. Here&rsquo;s how you can serve it:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"entries-container sm-grid-2 md-grid-4\">\n\n\t\n<div class=\"entry\">\n\n\t\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/recipes\/roast-chicken\/\" class=\"entry-image-link\">\n\n\n<img width=\"750\" height=\"975\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/roast-chicken-1-22-750x975.jpg\" class=\"attachment-placement-block-row-post size-placement-block-row-post entry-image\" alt=\"a whole roasted chicken on a roaster with potatoes.\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/roast-chicken-1-22-750x975.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/roast-chicken-1-22-277x360.jpg 277w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/roast-chicken-1-22-215x280.jpg 215w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/roast-chicken-1-22-158x205.jpg 158w, https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/roast-chicken-1-22-122x159.jpg 122w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1280px) 277px, (min-width: 1200px) 257px, (min-width: 1080px) 237px, (min-width: 1024px) 232px, (min-width: 768px) calc((100vw - 40px) * 1\/4 - 18px), calc((100vw - 40px) * 1\/2 - 8px)\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/roast-chicken-1-22.jpg\">\n\n\t<\/a>\n\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n\n\t\r\n    <span class=\"entry-pretitle\">\r\n\r\n        <span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hr<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">45<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span>\r\n    <\/span>\r\n\r\n\n\t<h3 class=\"entry-title\">\n\n\n\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.jocooks.com\/recipes\/roast-chicken\/\" class=\"entry-title-link\">\n\n\t\n\tRoast Chicken\n\t\n\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n\n\t<\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"wprm-customized-rating\"><style>#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-full svg * { fill: #343434; }#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-33 svg * { fill: url(#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0-33); }#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-50 svg * { fill: url(#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0-50); }#wprm-recipe-user-rating-0 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-66 svg * { fill: 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Just use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. <\/p> <\/details> <details open class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762721504520\"><summary><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I use instant polenta?<\/h3><\/summary> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. Instant polenta is a great shortcut. Follow the package instructions for timing, then stir in the butter, cream, and Parmesan as written.<\/p> <\/details> <details open class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762721621016\"><summary><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">What kind of mushrooms work best?<\/h3><\/summary> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Use a mix for the best flavor and texture. Cremini, shiitake, and oyster are my favorites, but button mushrooms work fine too.<\/p> <\/details> <details open class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762721659392\"><summary><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I make it ahead?<\/h3><\/summary> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can. Polenta thickens as it cools, but it comes back to life beautifully. Just add a splash of broth or milk and stir over low heat until creamy again.<\/p> <\/details> <details open class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1762721699288\"><summary><h3 class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do I stop my polenta from getting lumpy?<\/h3><\/summary> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Whisk constantly while slowly pouring in the cornmeal. 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class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Creamy Parmesan Polenta with Mushrooms<\/strong> is rich, buttery, and ready in 35 minutes. Silky smooth polenta topped with garlicky mushrooms cooked in butter and thyme. Simple ingredients, big flavor, pure comfort.<\/span><\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n\n\t\t<div class=\"oc-recipe-ingredient-buttons\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wprm-unit-conversion-container wprm-unit-conversion-container-97574 wprm-unit-conversion-container-buttons wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff;border-color: #333333;color: #333333;border-radius: 3px;\"><button class=\"wprm-unit-conversion wprmpuc-active\" data-system=\"1\" data-recipe=\"97574\" style=\"background-color: #333333;color: #ffffff;\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to US Customary\">US Customary<\/button><button class=\"wprm-unit-conversion\" data-system=\"2\" data-recipe=\"97574\" style=\"background-color: #333333;color: #ffffff;border-left: 1px solid #333333;\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to Metric\">Metric<\/button><\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-97574-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-97574-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"97574\" data-servings=\"6\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Ingredients<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-normal\">For the Polenta:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth, low sodium)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3yIGS1n\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">chicken broth<\/a><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">(or vegetable broth, low sodium)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 cup yellow cornmeal (polenta)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">yellow cornmeal<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">(polenta)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 teaspoon salt\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2 tablespoons butter\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">butter<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;&frac12; cup grated Parmesan cheese\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">&frac12;<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">grated Parmesan cheese<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;&frac12; cup heavy cream (or milk)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">&frac12;<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">heavy cream<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">(or milk)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Freshly ground black pepper<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">(to taste)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-normal\">For the Mushrooms:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2 tablespoons olive oil\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">olive oil<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2 tablespoons butter\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">butter<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 pound mixed mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, oyster, etc., sliced)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">pound<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">mixed mushrooms<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-normal\">(cremini, shiitake, oyster, etc., sliced)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2 cloves garlic (minced)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; 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This helps our business thrive &amp; continue providing free recipes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-97574-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-97574-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"97574\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none wprm-header-has-actions\" style=\"\">Instructions&nbsp;<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-97574-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Bring 4 cups broth and 1 teaspoon salt to a boil in a medium saucepan. Slowly whisk in 1 cup cornmeal, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and cook for 20 minutes, stirring often, until thick and creamy.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-97574-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Stir in 2 tablespoons butter, &frac12; cup Parmesan, &frac12; cup heavy cream, and pepper to taste. Keep warm over low heat.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-97574-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound mushrooms and saut&eacute; 6 to 8 minutes until golden. Add 2 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon thyme, salt, and pepper; cook 1 minute more. Stir in parsley if using.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-97574-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Spoon the creamy polenta into bowls and top with the garlicky mushrooms. Add an extra sprinkle of Parmesan for good measure.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-97574-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><ol>\n<li><strong>Polenta:<\/strong> Use medium or coarse ground cornmeal for a bit of bite. Instant works too, just follow the packet directions for timing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Broth:<\/strong> Chicken broth gives deeper flavor, but vegetable broth makes it vegetarian friendly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cheese:<\/strong> Always use freshly grated Parmesan. The pre-grated kind doesn&rsquo;t melt right and can make the texture grainy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mushrooms:<\/strong> Feel free to use a mix of cremini, shiitake, and oyster mushrooms for lots of flavor. Don&rsquo;t crowd the pan and let them brown before stirring.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make ahead:<\/strong> Polenta thickens as it cools, but it reheats beautifully. Just stir in a splash of broth or milk and warm gently until smooth again.<\/li>\n<\/ol><\/div><\/div>\n\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-97574-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition Information<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-serving_size\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: \">Serving: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: \">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: \">serving<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: \"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: \">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: \">366<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: \">kcal<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: \"> (18%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: \"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: \">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: \">28<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: \">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: \"> (9%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: \"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: \">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: \">11<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: \">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: \"> (22%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: \"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: \">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: \">25<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: \">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: \"> (38%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: \"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: \">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: \">12<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: \">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: \"> (75%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: \"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: \">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: \">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: \">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: \"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: \">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: \">9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: \">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: \"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: \">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: \">0.3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: \">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: \"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: \">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: \">50<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: \">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: \"> (17%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: \"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: \">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: \">596<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: \">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: \"> (26%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: \"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: \">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: \">500<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: \">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: \"> (14%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: \"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: \">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: \">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: \">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: \"> (17%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: \"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: \">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: \">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: \">g<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: \"> (3%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: \"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: \">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: \">725<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: \">IU<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: \"> (14%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: \"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: \">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: \">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: \">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: \"> (4%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: \"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: \">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: \">104<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: \">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: \"> (10%)<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: \"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: \">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: \">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: \">mg<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-daily\" style=\"color: \"> (11%)<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\n\t\t<div 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