Chocolate Polenta Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Combine water and cornmeal in 1-quart saucepan.
2. 2
   Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, 3-4 minutes or until mixture comes to a boil.
3. 3
   Reduce heat to low.
4. 4
   Cover; cook 5-7 minutes or until mixture is thickened.
5. 5
   Remove from heat; let stand 2 minutes.
6. 6
   Beat egg whites in another bowl at high speed until soft peaks form.
7. 7
   Continue beating, gradually adding 2 tablespoons sugar, until glossy and stiff peaks form.
8. 8
   (Do not over beat.)
9. 9
   Gently stir in chocolate mixture.
10. 10
    Pour mixture into prepared springform pan.
11. 11
    Bake 40-45 minutes or until cake is set in center.
12. 12
    Cool completely.
13. 13
    Garnish with whipped cream, if desired.
14. 14
    Sprinkle with chocolate, if desired.