Recipes for Instant Polenta

Ingredients

• 1 cup instant polenta
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup grated cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 eggs
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Oil for frying

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil.
2. Gradually whisk in instant polenta, reduce heat to low, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
3. Remove from heat and stir in grated cheese, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper.
4. Transfer the polenta mixture to a greased baking dish and let it cool completely.
5. Once cooled, shape the polenta into small balls.
6. In a shallow dish, beat the eggs.
7. Dip each polenta ball into the beaten eggs, then roll in breadcrumbs until fully coated.
8. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
9. Fry the polenta balls until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
10. Remove from pan and drain excess oil on a paper towel.
11. Serve hot as an appetizer or side dish.