Basic Polenta

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium saucepan over high heat, bring the vegetable broth and the water to a boil.
2. 2
   Slowly pour the cornmeal into the hot liquid, wisking constantly.
3. 3
   Stir in the salt.
4. 4
   Lower the heat to cook the mixture at a gentle simmer. Cook, stirring frequently, until the cornmeal is creamy and not grainy, about 30 minutes.
5. 5
   Remove the polenta from the heat and stir in scallion.
6. 6
   Polenta can be served soft, or poured into a baking pan to cool.
7. 7
   Once cooled, polenta can then be cut into solid squares.