Toc' en tresse

Toc' in braide is a traditional dish originating from the Friuli area. The dish is usually made with a combination of cornflour, water, salt, milk, butter, and grated cheese such as Grana Padano, Montasio, or Ricotta. The cornflour is cooked in boiling salted water while constantly stirring to avoid lumps. The cheese is melted with the milk in a bain-marie. The butter is mixed with cornflour and the mixture is toasted over high heat. The dish is assembled by placing the polenta on the plate, topping it with the cheese and milk mixture, while the butter and cornflour mixture is added in the end. Toc' in braide is served immediately, usually as an appetizer.