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Baked Polenta with Tomatoes and Parmesan

Cultural Context

Originating from Northern Italy, polenta has been a staple in Italian cuisine for centuries, often served as a comforting dish in rustic homes. Traditionally made from cornmeal, it pairs beautifully with rich sauces and toppings. Today, baked polenta is enjoyed for its versatility and can be found in various forms across Italian regions, often featuring local ingredients like tomatoes and cheese. It has gained popularity worldwide as a hearty vegetarian option.

ItalianITmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 cup polenta
4 cups water
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon bouillon
1 can (15 oz) tomatoes
2 cups romaine lettuce

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: cheddar cheese

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

1

Cut the polenta into medallions.

2

Preheat the oven to 350°F (convection setting).

3

Place the cut polenta into a baking dish.

4

Mix onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and bouillon with water in a bowl.

5

Drizzle the seasoning mixture over the polenta and mix to coat.

6

Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, adjusting time for desired crispiness.

Cooking Techniques

simmeringbaking

Equipment Needed

large potwhiskskilletbaking dishoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Polenta al FornoBaked Cornmeal
Local Name: Polenta al forno con pomodori e parmigiano

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