What Is Polenta Made Out Of?
Polenta is a dish made out of boiled cornmeal, which is a coarsely ground flour obtained by milling dried corn kernels. The cornmeal is combined with water or broth, stirred to a creamy consistency, and then cooked for a prolonged period until it thickens and becomes smooth. Polenta can be served hot as a porridge-like dish or allowed to cool and set into a solid form that can be grilled, fried, or baked. It is a staple food in Northern Italy, but it is also popular in other Mediterranean countries and many parts of the world.