Polenta

I love love love polenta. It is delicious! It is great as a meal or a side dish.

Ingredients


2 cups half-and-half (I used almond milk)
2 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 cups coarse cornmeal
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (Can be omitted) 
Frozen chopped spinach
Frozen shredded carrots
Black pepper

Directions

1. In a pan, bring the half-and-half and the water to a boil
2. Add the salt and then gradually add the polenta while stirring
3. Reduce the heat, stirring constantly. The polenta should be smooth and large bubbles will pop on the surface
4. Add thawed spinach and carrots and continue to stir
5. Cook until very thick but not stiff, about 10 minutes
6. Remove from heat and add butter, cheese and pepper, mix and serve