Fine polenta (the instant of quick-cook variety) is the type most widely available in the UK. Ready-to-eat polenta is also available, sold in rubbery looking blocks. Polenta can be served hot ...

A typical dish of the Bustocca tradition, bruscitti are a perfect example of popular cuisine that, starting from simple and ...

Put the polenta in a saucepan over a medium heat and toast for 3–4 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in the stock and harissa paste, then cook for 8–10 minutes, until thick and creamy.

Love Italian cuisine? Make a change from your go-to pasta dishes with these three delicious polenta recipes. When you think of Italian food, your mind may wander to plates piled high with pasta or ...

Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium. Stirring continuously, whisk in polenta. Continue cooking, whisking so polenta doesn’t stick to bottom of pot, until the mixture resembles a smooth ...

Serve immediately. Polenta cooking tips: There are some brilliant shortcuts for cooking polenta. Italian food writer Anna del Conte has a technique where, after 10 minutes of stirring the polenta ...

Turn heat to low and cook for at least 25 minutes, stirring every 5 or 6 minutes. When the masa polenta is thickened to your preference, stir in the parmesan. If the polenta becomes too thick ...

The polenta crumb on the calamari adds texture ... Fry the calamari in batches, cooking for about 1 minute each side until the crumb goes golden. Place on a plate covered in a paper towel ...