Stuffed Polenta

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@cocinero44

A dish that is always welcome at the table is polenta, especially during the winter. Beyond the traditional polenta served with tomato sauce, there are countless variations to present it, and one of them is stuffed polenta, as proposed in today's recipe. The fillings for polenta can be based on...

Stuffed Polenta recipe
Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
25min
Total Time
40min

Ingredients

6 Servings
(1 serving = 1 square of stuffed polenta)

For the polenta

  • precooked polenta (1-minute type)
    precooked polenta (1-minute type)
    2cups
  • water
    water
    3cups
  • milk
    milk
    3cups
  • salt
    salt
  • pepper
    pepper
  • butter
    butter
    2tbsp
  • grated Parmesan cheese
    grated Parmesan cheese
    100g

For the filling

  • mozzarella cheese
    mozzarella cheese
    100g
  • ground meat
    ground meat
    250g
  • pitted green olives
    pitted green olives
    50g
  • medium onion
    medium onion
    1
  • ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped
    ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped
    2

How to make Stuffed Polenta

Prepare the filling

  1. Step 1

    Heat a little oil in a skillet and sauté the chopped onion.

  2. Step 2

    Add the ground meat and cook over high heat for two minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Add the chopped tomatoes and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for five more minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Remove the filling from the heat and add the olives, sliced into rounds, and the mozzarella, cut into small cubes. Mix well and set aside.

Cook the polenta

  1. Step 1

    In a saucepan, combine the butter, water, milk, and 2 teaspoons of salt. Heat over medium heat.

  2. Step 2

    When the liquids are hot but not boiling, gradually sprinkle in the polenta while stirring constantly with a wooden spoon to prevent lumps.

  3. Step 3

    Remove from heat.

Assemble the dish

  1. Step 1

    Grease a baking dish with butter or oil.

  2. Step 2

    Pour half of the polenta into the dish, then spread the meat filling evenly over it.

  3. Step 3

    Cover with the remaining polenta.

  4. Step 4

    Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top and bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for 10 minutes or until the Parmesan cheese melts and the surface is golden brown.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

309.2kcal (15.46%)

Protein

15.8g (31.5%)

Carbs

17.6g (6.4%)

Sugars

2.7g (5.44%)

Healthy Fat

6.9g

Unhealthy Fat

10.3g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Stir the polenta constantly while adding it to the liquid to avoid lumps.

  2. For a vegetarian version, replace the ground meat with sautéed vegetables like mushrooms or spinach.

  3. Serve with a light tomato sauce for added flavor and moisture.

FAQS

  1. Can I use regular polenta instead of precooked polenta?

    Yes, but the cooking time will be longer. Follow the instructions on the package for regular polenta.

  2. Can I make this dish ahead of time?

    Yes, you can prepare and assemble the dish ahead of time. Bake it just before serving for the best results.

  3. What can I use as a substitute for green olives?

    You can use black olives or capers as a substitute for green olives.

  4. Can I freeze stuffed polenta?

    Yes, you can freeze it after baking. Reheat in the oven until warmed through before serving.

  5. What other cheeses can I use instead of mozzarella?

    You can use provolone, cheddar, or even a mix of cheeses for a different flavor.

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