Polenta Bar
Polenta makes for a comforting and versatile dish that is perfect for a gathering with friends and family. Creamy and cheesy, the polenta acts as a delicious base for a variety of toppings, from savory Chicken Bolognese to vibrant Basil Vinaigrette and Roasted Mushrooms. Let your guests get creative as they build their own bowls packed with flavor and texture. A feast for both the eyes and the taste buds, this Polenta Board is sure to be a hit at any meal.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 6 cups water
- 2 cups polenta
- sea salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 ounce Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- 1 recipe Chicken Bolognese
- 1 recipe Basil Vinaigrette
- Sautéed Sausage and Bell Peppers
- 1 recipe Roasted Mushrooms
- Chopped Cherry Tomatoes with Basil
Instructions
- Bring the water to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium high heat.
- Slowly add the polenta, and whisk together with a metal whisk, and add 1 tsp salt. Reduce the heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, until the polenta is tender and full cooked, about 20 minutes.
- Add the milk, the butter, and the Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese to the polenta and stir together over medium-low heat until just warmed through and soft enough to drop easily from a spoon. Cover to keep warm.
- To serve - spread the polenta onto a large serving board. Arrange the various toppings around the board and let people create their own polenta bowls!
Nutrition
- Calories: 429 kcal
- Carbohydrate Content: 45 g
- Protein Content: 18 g
- Fat Content: 19 g
- Saturated Fat Content: 9 g
- Trans Fat Content: 0.3 g
- Cholesterol Content: 54 mg
- Sodium Content: 273 mg
- Fiber Content: 1 g
- Sugar Content: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat Content: 8 g
- Serving Size: 1 serving
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