Polenta

  3 Cups Water                                                                  3 Tbl Butter

  1 Tsp Salt                                                                        1 Tbl Grated Parmesan, Optional

  1 Cup Corn Meal                                                             Pepper, To Taste

Bring water and salt to a boil.  Sprinkle in the cornmeal, whisking constantly.  Stir and cook for 15 minutes.  Stir in butter and, if desired, parmesan cheese.  Cook for an additional 5 minutes.  Serve immediately 

OR pour into a 8 inch bread pan and cool completely.  Slice and bake, grill or fry.