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Fresh Corn Polenta takes several minutes to prepare.

Fresh Corn Polenta takes several minutes to cook.

Fresh Corn Polenta makes 6 servings.

The ingredients for Fresh Corn Polenta are:

5 cups water
1 cup polenta (coarse cornmeal) (I use instant polenta - see alternate directions)
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
2 cups fresh corn kernels (cut from about 2-3 large ears)

Here is how you make Fresh Corn Polenta:

Bring 5 cups water to boil in heavy large saucepan over high heat. Gradually whisk in polenta, then 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until polenta is tender, thick, and creamy, whisking often and adjusting heat to maintain gentle simmer, 25 to 30 minutes. Add corn kernels and cook, stirring constantly, until corn is tender, about 5 minutes. Season polenta to taste with salt and pepper. *Alternate directions* (for instant polenta). Place water and corn in a large saucepan. Bring to boil over high heat. Gradually whisk in polenta, then 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt. Reduce heat to low; simmer (with continuous whisking) until polenta is tender, thick, and creamy, 2 to 3 minutes. Season polenta to taste with salt and pepper. Serving Size: Serves 6Number of Servings: 6Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user KLWOZNIAK.

The nutritional information for Fresh Corn Polenta is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 6
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 130.8

• Total Fat: 0.9 g
• Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
• Sodium: 291.6 mg
• Total Carbs: 27.8 g
• Dietary Fiber: 2.7 g
• Protein: 3.7 g