Polenta (Noun)
Meaning
A thick mush made of cornmeal boiled in stock or water.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The chef served a creamy polenta alongside the roasted vegetables for a comforting side dish.
- She added some grated parmesan to the polenta for extra flavor and texture.
- The Italian restaurant's specialty was a rich polenta made with wild mushroom broth.
- Polenta was a staple in her family's traditional Sunday dinner, often paired with slow-cooked meat.
- The recipe called for a soft polenta to be topped with a spicy tomato sauce and crispy prosciutto.