Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup quick cooking polenta
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley ((can substitute any other herb of choice))
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Instruction

  • Bring water to boil and slowly add in polenta whisking constantly. Reduce to a simmer and continue to cook for about 15 minutes.
  • Turn off heat and stir in butter, cheese and herbs.
  • Line an 8 by 8 pan with foil and coat lightly with cooking spray. Pour polenta into pan. Cover and place in refrigerator to set up approximately 1 hour.
  • Heat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Remove polenta from fridge. Unmold from pan and cut into squares. Place crouton squares on a parchment lined baking sheet.
  • Bake in oven for 45 minutes until lightly browned on edges.
  • Cool then serve with a salad, as a topping for soup or as an appetizer with your favorite dip.