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Close-up of Pumpkin Polenta with Sage Butter, garnished with fresh sage and herbs in a rustic bowl.

Pumpkin Polenta with Sage Butter

A creamy and flavorful polenta dish featuring pumpkin puree and a rich sage-infused butter sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Polenta
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cornmeal coarse or medium grind
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
For the Sage Butter
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 10 leaves fresh sage chopped

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

  1. Bring the water and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan.
  2. Gradually whisk in the cornmeal. Reduce heat to low and simmer, whisking often, until thickened, about 20-25 minutes.
  3. Stir in the pumpkin puree, 2 tablespoons of butter, and Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
  4. While the polenta simmers, melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped sage and cook until the butter is lightly browned and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Serve the polenta immediately, drizzled with the sage butter.

Notes

You can adjust the consistency of the polenta by adding more water or broth if it becomes too thick. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

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