Savory Polenta

Savory Polenta
Savory Polenta might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe serves 6. Watching your figure? This gluten free recipe has 289 calories, 10g of protein, and 16g of fat per serving. Head to the store and pick up pepper, coarse ground cornmeal, parmesan, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 1 hour.

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Watch how to make this recipe.
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
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In a large, oven-safe saucepan heat the olive oil over medium heat.
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Add the red onion and salt and sweat until the onions begin to turn translucent, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to low, add the garlic, and saute for 1 to 2 minutes, making sure the garlic does not burn.
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Turn the heat up to high, add the chicken stock, bring to a boil. Gradually add the cornmeal while continually whisking. Once you have added all of the cornmeal, cover the pot and place it in the oven. Cook for 35 to 40 minutes, stirring every
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10 minutes to prevent lumps. Once the mixture is creamy, remove from the oven and add the butter, salt, and pepper. Once they are incorporated, gradually add the Parmesan.
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Serve as is, or pour the polenta into 9 by 13-inch cake pan lined with parchment paper.
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Place in the refrigerator to cool completely.
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Once set, turn the polenta out onto a cutting board and cut into squares, rounds, or triangles.
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Brush each side with olive oil and saute in a nonstick skillet over medium heat, or grill.
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Ready In1 h
Servings6
Health Score3
Dish TypesSide Dish
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