Mămăligă cu Brânză (Moldovan Cornmeal with Cheese)

Ingredients

• 1 cup coarse cornmeal
• 3 cups water
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup crumbled brânză or feta cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 tbsp butter

Before you cook

• Measure the cornmeal and set it near the stove.
• Crumble the cheese if it isn't already.

Steps

1. Bring the water to a boil in a heavy saucepan.
2. Add the salt to the boiling water.
3. Pour in the cornmeal in a thin, steady stream while whisking constantly.
4. Switch to a wooden spoon and stir over medium-low heat for 10 to 12 minutes, until thick and smooth.
5. Stir in the butter until melted and glossy.
6. Spoon half the cornmeal into a serving bowl.
7. Scatter half the crumbled cheese and a spoonful of sour cream over the top.
8. Spoon in the remaining cornmeal and top with the rest of the cheese and sour cream.
9. Serve immediately while hot.