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Polenta
Polenta is a cooked dish made from coarsely ground cornmeal and is commonly served soft or allowed to set and then sliced. It is a starchy grain food that can be prepared plain or enriched with ingredients like cheese, milk, or butter.
Beneficial properties
naturally gluten-free when uncontaminated
source of carbohydrates
low in fat when plain
easy to digest
versatile base food
Nutritional highlights
Polenta provides carbohydrates and small amounts of fiber, along with some B vitamins, iron, magnesium, and phosphorus depending on whether the cornmeal is enriched or whole grain.
Conditions it helps with
Gluten Intolerance (Celiac)
Includes: Celiac Disease
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