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Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, for 30-40 minutes until creamy and thick.","group":"Polenta Preparation","title":"Gradually whisk in the polenta","timerMinutes":40,"sourceTitle":"Polenta Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Once the polenta is cooked, stir in 25g (0.8 oz) of butter and 50g (1/2 cup) of grated parmesan. Keep warm.","group":"Polenta Preparation","title":"Stir in 25g of butter and 50g of grated parmesan","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Polenta Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"While the polenta is cooking, heat 30ml (2 tbsp) of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.","group":"Mushroom Topping","title":"Heat 30ml of olive oil","timerMinutes":1,"sourceTitle":"Mushroom Topping"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook without stirring too much at first to allow them to brown, then sauté for 8-10 minutes until tender and golden.","group":"Mushroom Topping","title":"Add the sliced mushrooms","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Mushroom Topping"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Stir in the remaining 25g (0.8 oz) of butter and the chopped parsley. Season with extra salt and pepper to taste.","group":"Mushroom Topping","title":"Stir in the remaining 25g of butter and the chopped parsley","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mushroom Topping"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Divide the warm polenta into bowls and top with a generous serving of the sautéed mushrooms. Serve immediately.","group":"Plating","title":"Divide the warm polenta","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Plating"}],"notes":"For the best flavor, use a mix of mushrooms like porcini, cremini, and oyster. If you want a richer polenta, you can substitute half of the water with vegetable broth.","cuisine":{"group":"Italian","specific":["Italian"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["boil","saute","simmer"],"equipment":["Large pot","Whisk","Large skillet","Wooden spoon"],"diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"servings","note":"Large main course portions"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"Polenta can be made ahead and poured into a tray to set. Once firm, it can be grilled or fried."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store mushrooms and polenta separately if possible. 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