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Fluffy Baked Polenta with Red Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from Northern Italy, polenta is a traditional dish made from ground cornmeal, often enjoyed by rural communities. It embodies the Italian philosophy of using simple, high-quality ingredients to create comforting meals. Today, baked polenta has gained popularity beyond Italy, often served with various sauces and toppings, showcasing its versatility in modern cuisine.

ItalianITmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
500 ml acqua
125 g farina di mais (Istantanea)
sale
olio extravergine dโ€™oliva
2 salsicce
1 confezione funghi
200 ml passata di pomodoro
aglio
1 mozzarella
formaggio (A piacere)

Parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: grated Pecorino

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

mozzarella cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: cheddar cheese

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while cheddar is often less expensive.

1

Bring 500 ml of water to a boil in a pot.

2

Add 125 g of instant cornmeal to the boiling water, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.

3

Season with salt and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, then cook until thickened.

4

In a separate pan, prepare the sauce by browning 2 sausages and adding 1 package of mushrooms and minced garlic.

5

Once the mushrooms are cooked, add 200 ml of tomato puree and let simmer.

6

In a baking dish, layer the polenta, then top with the sausage and mushroom sauce.

7

Add slices of mozzarella and your choice of cheese on top.

8

Bake in the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsimmeringbaking

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Baked PolentaPolenta al Forno
Local Name: Polenta al Forno con Salsa Rossa

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