Traditional Romanian food on the grill

cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Feta provides a similar tangy flavor with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil adds healthy fats and flavor.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt is lower in fat and adds creaminess.

smoked meat

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: cooked sausage

Grilled chicken is leaner while still flavorful.

Bring water to a boil in a large pot and add salt.

Gradually whisk in cornmeal to avoid lumps.

Reduce heat and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 10-15 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in butter until melted.

Transfer the polenta to a greased baking dish and smooth the top.

Allow to cool slightly, then create small wells in the polenta.

Fill each well with cheese and smoked meat.

Bake in a preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 15-20 minutes.

Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes.

Serve hot, topped with sour cream and fresh herbs.

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