Italian Cooking At Its Best | Made In Italy

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free alternative.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: shredded cheddar

Ricotta is lighter and lower in fat.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade stock can be more flavorful and cost-effective.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Bring water and vegetable broth to a boil in a saucepan.

Add polenta gradually, whisking continuously to avoid lumps.

Reduce heat and cook until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in butter, parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper until combined.

Spread the polenta mixture into a greased baking dish.

Layer sautéed mushrooms, spinach, and onions over the polenta.

Pour tomato sauce evenly over the top.

Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the sauce.

Bake in the preheated oven until golden and bubbly, about 25-30 minutes.

Let cool for a few minutes before slicing.

Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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