Buttery polenta with Parmesan, olive oil fried eggs, and garlic is a delectable and comforting dish that combines the creaminess of polenta with the richness of Parmesan cheese, the savoriness of fried eggs, and the aromatic flavor of garlic. This article will guide you through the process of creating this delectable meal, providing step-by-step instructions and useful tips to ensure you achieve the perfect balance of flavors and textures.
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POLENTA WITH PARMESAN AND OLIVE OIL-FRIED EGGS
If you've ever decided that cold cereal is a good dinner, here's another, far better option. Soft and steaming, with plenty of salt and pepper mixed in and perhaps some grated cheese applied at the end, a bowl of polenta or grits is deeply satisfying and requires not much more than a pot and a spoon to prepare. And topping the buttery, cheesy polenta with eggs fried in olive oil makes for a dish that is far more elegant and luxurious than its simple ingredients would imply.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories quick, weeknight, main course
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large pot, bring broth or water to a simmer. Stir in the polenta and salt. Simmer, stirring frequently, until thickened to taste, 10 to 20 minutes. Stir in butter and pepper; cover pot to keep warm.
- Using a vegetable peeler, slice cheese into slivers, or grate it on largest holes of a box grater.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil until very hot. Fry 4 eggs until edges are crispy and yolks still runny. Repeat with remaining oil and eggs.
- Pile polenta into 4 bowls and top with cheese and then fried eggs. Garnish with sea salt and more pepper and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 527, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 48 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 19 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 721 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BUTTERY POLENTA WITH PARMESAN, OLIVE OIL FRIED EGGS, AND GARLICK
Make and share this Buttery Polenta With Parmesan, Olive Oil Fried Eggs, and Garlick recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Brookelynne26
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring water or broth to a simmer. Stir in the polenta and salt. Simmer the polenta, stirring frequently but not constantly, until thickenedd to taste, about 10 to 20 minutes. Stir in the butter and pepper and cover the pot to keep warm.
- Slice the cheese chunk into slivers using a vegetable peeler. Or grate the cheese on the largest holes of a box grater.
- Stack the chard leaves on top of each other and slice into 1/4-inch thick strips.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, and saute for 30 seconds, until the garlic is fragrant. Stir in the chard, coating in oil. Cover the pan and cook for about 2 minutes, until wilted. Stir and cook for 2 minutes longer, uncovered. Season with salt. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Fry four of the eggs until the edges are crispy and the yolks are still runny. Repeat with the remaining oil and eggs.
- Pile polenta into bowls, top with swiss chard, cheese and then fried egg. Garnish with sea salt and more pepper and serve.
GARLICKY POLENTA
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat until melted, then add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden, about 1 minute. Add the chicken broth and increase the heat to medium-high. Bring to a boil, then turn the heat down to low and add the polenta, whisking. Cook, stirring regularly, until thick and creamy, about 10 minutes. Add the Parmesan, heavy cream, chives and pepper and stir to combine. Add salt to taste and serve immediately.
FRIED POLENTA
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 2h20m
Yield 30 pieces
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Lightly oil an 11 by 7-inch baking dish. Transfer the hot polenta to the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly to 3/4-inch thick. Refrigerate until cold and firm, about 2 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.
- Cut the polenta into 2 by 1-inch pieces. Heat the oil in a heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, fry the polenta pieces until golden brown on all sides, about 3 minutes per side. Using tongs, transfer the polenta pieces to paper towels and drain. Place the polenta pieces on a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven while cooking the remaining batches.
- Transfer the polenta pieces to a serving platter. Sprinkle the polenta with the Parmesan cheese and salt. Serve, passing the marinara sauce alongside.
- Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in a heavy large saucepan. Add 2 teaspoons of salt. Gradually whisk in the cornmeal. Reduce the heat to low and cook until the mixture thickens and the cornmeal is tender, stirring often, about 15 minutes. Turn off the heat. Add the butter, and stir until melted.
CREAMY PARMESAN GARLIC POLENTA
Make and share this Creamy Parmesan Garlic Polenta recipe from Food.com.
Provided by sofie-a-toast
Categories Grains
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1 In a medium-large pot melt the butter over medium high heat until the foam subsides. Add the garlic. Cook for a minute. Add the broth. Turn the heat to high and bring to a boil.
- 2. Slowly sprinkle in the polenta, whisking as you pour. Turn the heat to medium and cook for 20 to 25 minutes stirring frequently until the polenta is thickened and soft to taste.
- 3. Turn off heat and stir in pepper and parmesan. Serve immediately or pour into a 9x13 inch pan to set. Once cool, cut polenta into squares.
POLENTA WITH ASPARAGUS, PEAS AND MINT
Buttery polenta serves as a soft, savory bed for asparagus and peas in this verdant, vegetable-rich main course. Sautéed shallots add sweetness, while fresh mint lends brightness to a satisfying yet light meal. You can substitute any soft herbs for the mint or use a combination for the most complex flavor. And, if you're short on time, instant polenta will work in place of regular, too. Just follow the directions on the package to cook it.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories pastas, main course
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- If cooking polenta on stovetop: In a medium pot over high heat, combine 4 1/2 cups water, polenta and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently, until thickened, 30 to 40 minutes, depending on how finely the polenta is ground (coarse-ground polenta takes longer).
- Alternatively, cook polenta in oven: Heat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium Dutch oven or other oven-safe pot over high heat, bring 4 1/2 cups water, polenta and 1 teaspoon salt to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, stirring constantly until the mixture starts to thicken slightly, 3 to 5 minutes. Cover pot and transfer to the oven. Bake for 20 minutes, then give the mixture a stir. If it looks dry, add another 1/2 cup water. Cover the pot once more, and continue to bake for another 20 to 30 minutes.
- When polenta is thick and creamy, stir in 2 to 4 of the tablespoons butter (depending on how buttery you like it) and the Parmesan. Taste and add more Parmesan and salt, if needed.
- As the polenta cooks, prepare the vegetables: In a large skillet, heat oil over medium. Add shallots and sauté until tender and golden, 4 to 6 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and cook for another minute or two, until fragrant and very lightly golden in spots. Add vermouth and cook until alcohol evaporates, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Stir in asparagus and peas, and cook until vegetables are glossy, 2 to 3 minutes. Add stock, remaining 2 tablespoons butter and a large pinch of salt, and bring to a simmer. Cook until vegetables are tender and sauce thickens slightly, 2 to 8 minutes. (Thicker asparagus will take longer to soften.) Stir in the mint. Taste and add more salt, if needed.
- To serve, spoon polenta into bowls, top with vegetables and their sauce, and grind on lots of fresh pepper. Finish with shaved Parmesan.
Tips:
- Use good quality ingredients for the best results. Fresh, organic vegetables and high-quality cheese and olive oil will make a big difference in the taste of your dish.
- Don't overcook the polenta. It should be cooked through but still have a slightly creamy texture.
- If you don't have a cast-iron skillet, you can use a regular nonstick skillet. Just be sure to preheat it well before adding the polenta.
- Be careful not to overcrowd the skillet when frying the eggs. The eggs should have enough room to cook evenly.
- Serve the polenta immediately after it's cooked. It will start to thicken as it cools.
Conclusion:
This buttery polenta with parmesan, olive oil-fried eggs, and garlic is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The creamy polenta is a great base for the fried eggs and garlicky olive oil, and the parmesan cheese adds a nice salty flavor. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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