Polenta is comforting, filling and especially delicious when flavoured with plenty of cheese. In this dish featuring prawns, spring onions and bacon, the polenta is made on the hob but it can also be cooked in a slow cooker. Grease the pot first, then allow to cook for four to five hours on low, stirring once or twice. When the polenta is ready, fry the surf 'n' turf topping, which will add plenty of flavour and texture as well as a light, summery touch.

Get the recipe for prawns, spring onions and bacon with cheesy polenta here

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