In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes can rival the captivating flavors and exquisite textures of a caramelized vegetable and polenta cake. This vegetarian masterpiece combines the sweetness of caramelized vegetables with the rustic charm of polenta, resulting in a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a culinary novice, this article will guide you through the process of creating this delectable dish, providing you with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure success.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
BROWN BUTTER-POLENTA CAKE WITH MAPLE CARAMEL
Provided by Alison Roman
Categories Cake Mixer Bake Cornmeal Maple Syrup Hominy/Cornmeal/Masa Butter Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter a 9"-diameter cake pan and line bottom with a round of parchment paper; butter parchment.
- Melt 3/4 cup butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, then cook, stirring often, until butter foams, then browns (do not let burn), 5-8 minutes. Pour into a medium bowl; let cool. Chill brown butter until cold.
- Fit a clean medium saucepan with thermometer and bring maple syrup to a boil over medium-high heat; cook until thermometer registers 265°F (syrup will be thicker and a shade darker). Pour into prepared pan and spread with an offset spatula or a spoon to cover bottom; let cool (syrup will harden as it sits).
- Whisk almond flour, polenta, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat chilled brown butter and 3/4 cup sugar until very pale and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating to blend between additions. Beat until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Reduce speed to low, gradually add dry ingredients, and mix just to combine. Scrape batter into pan; smooth top.
- Bake until cake is golden brown and pulls away from sides of pan, 50-55 minutes. Transfer pan to a wire rack; let cake cool in pan 20 minutes. Turn out onto rack and let cool completely.
- Using an electric mixer, beat heavy cream, sour cream, and remaining 1 tablespoon sugar in a medium bowl until soft peaks form. Serve cake with whipped-cream mixture.
- DO AHEAD: Cake can be baked 1 day ahead. Store tightly wrapped at room temperature.
POLENTA ROUNDS WITH CARAMELIZED VEGETABLES
Sauté a quick mélange of peppers and seasonings to top ready-made polenta, then bake with a sprinkling of Cheddar cheese.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 40m
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper. Place polenta rounds on parchment-lined cookie sheet. Brush each with salad dressing. Set aside.
- Melt butter in small skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell peppers, brown sugar, oregano and salt. Cook about 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Top each polenta round with rounded 1/2 teaspoon vegetable mixture.
- Bake at 400°F. for 10 to 15 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Immediately sprinkle each with Cheddar cheese. Remove from cookie sheet. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 40, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Appetizer, Sodium 90 mg, Sugar 1 g
GRIDDLED POLENTA CAKES WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS, GOAT CHEESE, AND
We have created a fail-proof recipe to ensure a delicious polenta every time. This recipe is perfect year-round and serves as a filling and delicious alternative for a meat entrée. The secret to this scrumptious dish is the sauce made with Twisted Butter's Cinnamon, Honey & Brown Sugar Butter. The sweetness of this product perfectly highlights the savory flavor of the goat cheese, while complementing the grilled polenta and caramelized onions. The extra drizzle of honey at the end ties all the components together, resulting in a delectable entrée with rich flavor and texture. The only problem with this recipe: it serves eight, which means the possibility of no leftovers! http://www.twistedfoods.com/griddledpolentacakes.asp
Provided by TwistedButter
Categories Low Protein
Time 30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring the water, milk, and salt to a boil. Slowly whisk in the polenta. Turn heat to low, and continue whisking for 5 minutes or until polenta is smooth and creamy. Spread the polenta in a 9x9 baking dish, and set aside to cool.
- While the polenta is setting up, add the butter and olive oil to a heavy-bottomed skillet set to medium-low heat. Add the sliced onions and a sprinkle of kosher salt, and cook, stirring occasionally until soft, golden, and caramelized - about 20 to 25 minutes.
- Pour 1 tablespoon olive oil into another skillet, set over medium heat. Using a 3 inch round cookie-cutter, cut out circles of the firm polenta, and place in the heated skillet. Cook until slightly browned and crusty on one side - about 2 minutes - then flip and cook the other side another two minutes.
- To assemble the polenta cakes, place on a plate and add one tablespoon of caramelized onions to each cake. Then top each with about one teaspoon of crumbled goat cheese, drizzle with honey, and enjoy!
CARAMELIZED VEGETABLE AND POLENTA CAKE
I love polenta (and caramelized vegetables), so this recipe really appeals to me. Prep time doesn't include the cooking, cooling and peeling of the capsicums!
Provided by JustJanS
Categories Breads
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Halve, brush with oil and bake the capsicums in a hot oven until blackened and blistered, then cool in a paper bag for about 20 minutes.
- Remove the skins and cut into thick slices.
- Heat the oil and fry the onion and garlic, stirring until the onion is soft and golden brown.
- Add the capsicums, sugar and vinegar and cook, stirring until caramelized.
- Remove from the heat.
- Bring the milk and stock to the boil.
- Stir in the polenta and cook stirring for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the cream and cheese and pour into a greased and lined 22cm spring form pan.
- Put the capsicum mixture over the top and cook at 220c for 15 minutes.
ROASTED ROOT VEGETABLES WITH POLENTA
In this comforting, perfect winter dinner I roast the vegetables and make the polenta in the oven at the same time. To accommodate the temperature requirements of each element of the dish, I use a slightly higher temperature than I usually use for polenta and I roast the vegetables at a lower temperature for longer. I top the polenta with a ladleful of marinara sauce, and spoon the vegetables on top. You could serve the polenta with only the roasted vegetables as well, so I have made the marinara sauce optional.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, main course
Time 1h30m
Yield Serves 4 to 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a sheet pan or a baking dish with parchment or foil. Toss vegetables with the olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. Add fresh herbs if using. Spread vegetables in an even layer.
- Combine polenta, water, and salt in a 2-quart baking dish and stir together. Place polenta and vegetables in the oven. If you can't fit both pans on the same (middle) rack, place vegetables on a lower rack. Roast vegetables for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes or until soft and beginning to caramelize. Remove from the oven.
- If serving this with marinara sauce, make the sauce while the vegetables and polenta are in the oven.
- Continue to bake the polenta until it has been in the oven for 40 to 45 minutes and has absorbed the water. Remove from oven and stir in butter. Use a fork or a spatula to stir the polenta well, and return to oven for 5 to 10 more minutes. Remove from oven and stir again. Carefully taste a little bit of the polenta; if it is not completely soft, return to the oven for 5 to 10 more minutes.
- Remove polenta from oven and stir in 1/3 cup grated Parmesan, if using. Immediately spoon polenta onto plates and make a depression in the middle. Ladle on some marinara sauce and top with a generous spoonful of roasted vegetables. Sprinkle on remaining Parmesan and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 264, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 859 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SWEET OR SAVORY POLENTA CAKE
This polenta cake can be made sweet or savory - either serve with fresh fruit and honey or omit the sugar and serve with a hearty soup in place of bread.
Provided by westcoastgirl
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Cornbread Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a baking dish with some of the melted butter.
- Combine polenta, flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Whisk milk, eggs, and remaining melted butter together in a second bowl. Add flour mixture and briefly stir batter until well combined. Pour batter into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.8 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 57.2 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 614.5 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, seasonal vegetables. This will ensure that your cake is packed with flavor.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables. You can use any type of vegetable that you like, so get creative!
- Caramelize your vegetables until they are golden brown. This will give them a rich, sweet flavor.
- Use a good quality polenta. This will make your cake more creamy and flavorful.
- Don't overcook the polenta. It should be cooked until it is just tender, but still has a slight bite to it.
- Let the cake cool completely before serving. This will help it to set and make it easier to slice.
Conclusion:
Caramelized vegetable and polenta cake is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With its creamy polenta, caramelized vegetables, and tangy goat cheese, this cake is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe, give this caramelized vegetable and polenta cake a try. You won't be disappointed!
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