Polenta

Polenta is coursely ground corn or maize kernels - it's slightly sweet and quite bland. Polenta is a staple of the Northernmost region of Italy. Like bread, pasta, potatoes and rice, polenta is a carbohydrate-rich food.

To Buy:

There are many different types of polenta, including instant - don't buy instant . A good polenta will take 40 minutes to cook.

To Store:

Store polenta grain in an airtight container in a cool cupboard or in the fridge - It will keep for 6 months.

Tips & Tricks:

Polenta with cheese and vegetables cooked through it makes a great after-school snack for the kids. Nutrition content refers to one cup of cooked polenta.

Cooking Tips:

Polenta can be served wet or dry - wet polenta served with parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil is good with recipes with lots of juice (ie mushrooms, tomato sauce) and grilled with a crust is delicious with roast vegetables, sauces or as an accompaniment to a light lunch.

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Nutrition per 1 Cup:

Weight (grams):

254

Carbohydrates, g:

21.9

Protein (g):

2.5

Saturated Fat, g :

0.0

Vitamin B1:

Salicylates:

High

Energy (kJ):

445

Moderate GI 55 - 70:

Fat (g):

0.5

Monosaturated Fat , g:

0.0

Amines:

Low

Glutamates:

n/a

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.