Heat milk and water in a large heavy-bottomed pan. Once it's simmering, add polenta in a slow stream, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to stir with a wooden spoon 40-45 minutes on a low ...

Traditional polenta recipes call for stirring course cornmeal in water for more than 20 minutes and then adding butter, cheese, and other ingredients and stirring for another 20-plus minutes. Who has ...