Best 7 Cheesy Polenta Waffles Recipes

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Craving a delectable brunch or a savory dinner option? Look no further than cheesy polenta waffles, a delightful fusion of Italian and Belgian culinary artistry. Crafted from a luscious blend of creamy polenta, sharp cheddar cheese, and a hint of herbs, these waffles offer a unique taste and texture that will tantalize your palate. With their crispy exterior and soft, flavorful interior, cheesy polenta waffles are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. Let's embark on a culinary journey and explore the secrets to crafting the perfect cheesy polenta waffles, from selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of achieving that perfect golden-brown crisp.

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CHEESY POLENTA WAFFLES



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Serve up easy-to-make waffles alongside Buttermilk Fried Chicken using this gluten-free recipe from chef Thomas Keller.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup fine milled polenta
1 1/2 cups milk
1 cup C4C flour
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon baking powder
Pinch cayenne pepper
1/2 cup finely grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 large egg
Nonstick cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200 degrees. Set a wire rack on a baking sheet and place in oven.
  • Place polenta and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thick, 5 to 6 minutes. Whisk in milk; remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, pepper, baking powder, and cayenne; whisk in polenta mixture. Add cheese; mix to combine. Add egg; mix until well combined.
  • Preheat a waffle iron until hot. Spray with nonstick cooking spray. Add 1/2 cup batter to waffle iron; close and cook until deep golden brown. Using an offset spatula, carefully remove hot waffle and place on wire rack in oven. Repeat process with remaining batter, spraying iron before adding batter.

CHEESY POLENTA



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 22m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

9 cups water
1 tablespoon salt, plus extra for seasoning
2 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal or polenta
1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan
1 1/2 cups whole milk, at room temperature
10 tablespoons (1 1/4 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/3 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring the water to a boil in a large, heavy pot. Add the salt. Gradually whisk in the cornmeal. Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring often, until the mixture thickens and the cornmeal is tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat. Add the cheese, milk, butter, and parsley. Stir until the butter and cheese have melted. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer the polenta to a bowl and serve.

15-MINUTE CHEESY POLENTA WITH CHUNKY TOMATO RAGU



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This quick homemade tomato ragu is packed with vegetables and takes just a few minutes longer than warming up a jar of sauce. Finely chopping the vegetables in a food processor cuts down the cooking time tremendously. Serve it over quick-cooking creamy polenta for a complete meal that's ready in 15 minutes.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups whole milk
Kosher salt
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 pound mild Italian sausage, casings removed
1 small yellow onion
1 1/2 cups baby carrots
2 cloves garlic
1 cup quick-cooking polenta
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend
One 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes, or more to taste
6 cups spring greens mix
1 small lemon

Steps:

  • Place a large high-sided skillet over medium-high heat. Combine the milk, 3 1/2 cups water and a large pinch of salt in a medium saucepan, cover and set it over medium-high heat.
  • When the large skillet is hot, add 2 tablespoons of the oil and swirl the pan to coat. Add the sausage and cook, using a wooden spoon to break up the meat, until lightly browned in parts, about 3 minutes. Meanwhile, cut the onion into large chunks.
  • Add the onion, carrots and garlic to a food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the vegetables and a large pinch of salt to the pan with the sausage and cook until the vegetables are slightly softened, about 3 minutes.
  • By this time, the milk and water mixture should be at a strong simmer. Whisk in the polenta and lower the heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring frequently, until the polenta is thickened and creamy, about 3 minutes. Stir in the butter and cheese and season with additional salt if needed. Remove from the heat and cover to keep warm.
  • When the vegetables are slightly softened, stir in the tomatoes and red pepper flakes. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are completely tender and the juice from the tomatoes has reduced slightly, 6 to 8 minutes. Season to taste with additional salt and red pepper flakes if desired.
  • Divide the polenta (if the polenta is too thick, whisk in 1/4 to 1/2 cup warm water to thin it out) among 4 bowls and top with the chunky tomato ragu. Toss the greens in a large bowl with the remaining olive oil, a squeeze of lemon juice, and some salt and pepper and serve on the side.

CHEESY POLENTA



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Adapted from a recipe by "dadrules" at allrecipes.com. This can be modified by addition of any herb that suits your main dish - basil, tarragon, sage, thyme and marjoram are all excellent additions. You can substitute any semi-hard, smooth-melting cheese for the Cheddar; Asiago and Italian Fontina are both excellent choices.

Provided by DrGaellon

Categories     Grains

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups whole milk
2 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup polenta or 1 cup coarse-ground yellow cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
4 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
1/4 lb sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped herbs (optional)

Steps:

  • In a pot, combine milk, broth, salt and cornmeal. Place over medium-high heat and whisk constantly until liquid is boiling. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook 20 minutes until creamy, stirring every 3-4 minutes to prevent sticking and burning.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in pepper, butter, cheeses and optional herbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.2, Fat 14.2, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 39, Sodium 682.1, Carbohydrate 15.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 3.5, Protein 9.2

CHEESY POLENTA



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This versatile side dish would work great along with pork, chicken, beef or fish. The trick is to slowly add the cornmeal and whisk constantly to avoid lumps.

Provided by dadrules

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Polenta Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups whole milk
2 cups water
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup polenta or yellow cornmeal
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium-high heat, bring milk, water, and salt to a boil. Gradually whisk in polenta. Reduce heat to low, and cover. Cook 20 minutes, until creamy, lifting the lid and stirring every 3 or 4 minutes to prevent sticking. Remove pot from stove, stir in pepper and butter. Gradually stir in cheese. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.6 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 37.9 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 658.4 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

CRISPY, CHEESY POTATO WAFFLES



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A new way to serve your classic mashed potatoes that makes them oh-so-crispy on the outside and soft and creamy on the inside. Serve these cheesy waffles on their own as a side dish with as much topping as you would like, or turn it into a taco shell. Put sausage, egg, and salsa for a delicious breakfast taco, or juicy pulled pork and slaw for a lunch or dinner option.

Provided by Sugar Blessings

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Waffle Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 medium russet potatoes
4 tablespoons salted butter, softened
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Prick potatoes several times with a fork and place onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork, 50 minutes to 1 hour. Remove from the oven and set aside until cool enough to handle.
  • Preheat a nonstick waffle iron for medium heat according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Scoop potato flesh into a large bowl with butter, milk, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper; mash until creamy. Stir in Cheddar cheese until evenly distributed. Discard potato skins.
  • Place some potato mixture in the preheated waffle iron; do not cover the entire surface. Close the iron and the batter will spread out. Cook until brown and crispy, about 5 minutes. Repeat with remaining batter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.1 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Cholesterol 30.6 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 513.6 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

CHEESE WAFFLES



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Make and share this Cheese Waffles recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mimi Bobeck

Categories     Breads

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 1/4 cups milk
2 tablespoons melted butter
1/2 cup of grated cheese

Steps:

  • Add all the dry ingredients and sift.
  • Beat the egg yolks and add them to the milk.
  • Stir the liquid ingredients into the dry ones.
  • Add your melted butter.
  • Now add your cheese.
  • Beat the egg whites until they are stiff and add them to the batter just before making.
  • Preheat the waffle iron for 2 minutes.
  • Add batter, cook and enjoy!

These cheesy polenta waffles are a delicious and versatile breakfast, lunch, or dinner option. Made with simple ingredients like polenta, cheese, eggs, and milk, they're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Here are some tips for making the best cheesy polenta waffles:

Tips:

  • Use fresh polenta for the best flavor and texture. If you're using dried polenta, be sure to cook it according to the package directions before using it in the waffle batter.
  • Use a good quality cheese that melts well. Cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan are all good choices.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the waffles tough.
  • Cook the waffles over medium heat. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from burning.
  • Serve the waffles immediately with your favorite toppings. Butter, syrup, fruit, and whipped cream are all great options.

Conclusion:

Cheesy polenta waffles are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They're a great way to use up leftover polenta, and they can be customized to your liking with different cheeses, toppings, and sides.

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