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Instant Pot Polenta Cacio E Pepe
4 servings
Steps
- Whisk polenta and 4 cups water in Instant Pot until combined. Season with 1 tsp. salt and several grinds of pepper. Bring mixture to a simmer over medium-high, whisk again, then seal pressure cooker according to manufacturer’s directions. Cook at high pressure for 9 minutes. When timer goes off, manually release pressure. Carefully open lid and whisk polenta until homogenous and creamy.
- Whisk butter into polenta, then gradually add 4 oz. Pecorino, whisking until melted. Taste and season with more salt, if needed, and lots of pepper.
- Transfer polenta to a wide shallow bowl. Top with more cheese and coarsely grind more pepper over.
Originally published at bonappetit.com. Reproduced for personal collection.
