Nothing says Italy like its food, and nothing says Italian food like first dishes. Wherever Italians immigrated they have brought their pasta along, so much so today it can be considered a staple of international cuisine; the same could be said of Polenta, first dish that is a staple of Northern Italy. Polenta is cornmeal boiled into a porridge, and eaten directly or baked, fried or grilled. The term is of Italian origin, derived from the Latin for hulled and crushed grain (especially barley-meal); it comes from the same base as "pollen". Maize was not cultivated in Europe until the early 16th century; before the introduction of corn from the New World in the 16th century, polenta was made with such starchy ingredients as farro, chestnut flour, millet, spelt, or chickpeas. Polenta has a creamy texture due to the gelatinization of starch in the grain, and makes a popular breakfast, especially in the Eastern and Southern states. Many gourmet Italian and Mediterranean restaurants feature polenta. In many parts of the world and even Italy, many people still associate polenta as a food for the poor; actually, Polenta in many parts of Italy is a part of everyday eating. In the 1940s and 1950s, polenta was often eaten with salted anchovy or herring, sometimes topped with sauces. And whenever you think about Italian dishes, you can't recognize Tre Mulini's quality: a brand with full expertise in all the flour world. Preparation of this product The flour contained in the package is enough for 8 servings . Boil 2 liters of water and add salt to taste . When the water slowly add the flour to rain , and cook for about 3 minutes making sure to stir . To obtain a more or less consistent polenta can vary the amount of water or flour .

Italian Product. Store in a cool, dry place; once opened, store in the refrigerator and use within 2 days. Serve as a side dish instead of rice or pasta, topped with cheese, herbs, or mushrooms. Polenta, a staple of Northern Italy, is made from cornmeal. Ready to make, only take 3 minutes.

Best Sellers Rank: See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food. Unit Count: 2.00 Fl Oz. Item Form: Dry. Package Weight: 1.4 Pounds. Brand: Valsugana. : B01D7KJEHY. Manufacturer: Valsugana. Package Dimensions: 7 x 4 x 3 inches; 1.4 Pounds. Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No.