polenta
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The rhythmic movement and sore muscles that come from slowly stirring polenta, the way the earthy, nourishing aroma slowly fills the room as the grains start to thicken.
From Salon • Jan. 24, 2026
A braised beef ragù that’s great on top of pasta or a creamy polenta, or as a stew if you add more vegetables.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 6, 2026
If you’re expecting vegetarian guests at your own table, I highly recommend it as a meatless main, over polenta.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 26, 2025
“I guess I’m going to have this polenta I’ve had 12 times,” he says, laughing.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 20, 2023
As soon as he took the pan off the heat, the polenta started to firm up.
From "The Season of Styx Malone" by Kekla Magoon
Vocabulary lists containing polenta
World Cuisine - Introductory
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World Cuisine - Middle School and High School
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5th Grade World Cuisine, List 1
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