Creamy Polenta

8 cups water, divided
1 t. salt
2 cups polenta or cornmeal
3 T. nutritional yeast
2 T. Spectrum Spread non-hydrogenated margarine


In a large saucepan, place the water and bring to a boil.

Add the salt and reduce the heat to medium.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the remaining water and polenta.

Slowly add the polenta mixture while whisking constantly to
avoid lumps, and continue to cook while whisking for 2-3 minutes
or until the mixture starts to thicken.

Cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally
with a spoon, for 30-40 minutes or until very thick and smooth.

Add the nutritional yeast and Spectrum Spread and stir well to
combine.

Taste and add additional salt, if needed.

Transfer to a large platter or bowl for service.

Serve the polenta with your favorite sauce or cooked vegetables.

Variation: Add your choice of chopped herbs to the polenta for
extra flavor.

Serves 6-8