Best 9 Creamy Sun Oven Polenta And Cheese Recipes

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In the realm of culinary adventures, few dishes capture the essence of comfort and indulgence quite like creamy sun oven polenta and cheese. This delectable vegetarian dish, with its captivating golden hue and rich, velvety texture, offers a symphony of flavors that dance gracefully on the palate. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting your culinary journey, this recipe is an invitation to embark on a taste-bud tantalizing escapade. In this comprehensive guide, we'll unveil the secrets behind cooking the creamiest sun oven polenta and cheese, ensuring your next culinary endeavor is nothing short of a masterpiece.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY SUN OVEN POLENTA AND CHEESE



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Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup Sun Oven No Stir Polenta piping hot
1 teaspoon butter
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 ounce soft gorgonzola cheese (or other soft blue cheese) at room temperature
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Pour the hot polenta into a serving bowl (reserve any leftover for future use). Stir in the butter and cheeses until melted. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

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.

CREAMY CHEDDAR POLENTA WITH FRESH HERBS



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Provided by Cooking Channel

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 to 8 mini-cup servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup whole milk
Kosher salt
1 cup cornmeal (1/2 cup medium grind, 1/2 cup fine grind)
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup shredded sharp white Cheddar
Freshly ground black pepper
Assorted finely chopped fresh herbs, such as thyme and rosemary, for topping

Steps:

  • Bring 2 cups of water, the milk and a very large pinch of salt to a boil in a medium saucepan. Reduce the heat so the liquid is at a low simmer, and add the cornmeal in a slow and steady stream, constantly whisking to prevent lumps. Cook the polenta at a low simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes; if the mixture gets too thick, add water 1/2 cup at a time.
  • Remove from the heat, stir in the butter and olive oil and then stir in the Cheddar. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Serve immediately in mini cups, topped with chopped herbs

CREAMY OVEN BAKED POLENTA



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i love polenta-- but i hate stirring, my micro recipe is easier but this is good too. you can add parmesan cheese, bleu cheese or cheddar if you want to make it thicker

Provided by chia2160

Categories     Kosher

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups water
3/4 cup cornmeal
salt & pepper
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon marjoram

Steps:

  • preheat oven to 425.
  • in a dish with a lid whisk together water, cornmeal, salt& pepper.
  • cover and bake 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  • remove from oven, add milk, butter, marjoram, adjust seasonings with salt& pepper, whisk until smooth.
  • serve.

EASY OVEN-BAKED REAL POLENTA (NOT INSTANT)



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Why stir polenta forever when this delicious recipe works beautifully? I like to roast veggies (eggplant, zucchini, onion) while the polenta bakes, then when the polenta is done, top with roasted veggies and some chopped tomatoes, some spices, and bake another 20 minutes. It's dinner.

Provided by Nancy

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Polenta Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
3 cups water
1 cup polenta
salt to taste
1 cup mashed butternut squash
½ cup sour cream
½ cup grated Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Pour water into the prepared dish; stir in polenta and salt.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until polenta is thickened, about 40 minutes. Stir in squash, sour cream, and Cheddar cheese. Continue baking until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes more. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Cholesterol 34.1 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 533.1 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

OVEN-BAKED CREAMY POLENTA



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This warm and creamy side dish is perfect with our Braised Chicken with Mushrooms.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup cornmeal
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon chopped fresh marjoram (or 1/4 teaspoon dried)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In an ovenproof saucepan with a lid, whisk together 3 cups water, cornmeal, salt, and pepper. Cover, and bake 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  • Remove from oven, and add milk, butter, and marjoram; whisk briskly until smooth. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 g, Protein 2 g

BAKED POLENTA WITH CHEESE



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Want a different family side dish but with flavors sure to please? Then try this. With some store-bought polenta in a tube and a few other ingredients, TADA ... scalloped polenta, yum!

Provided by laughingmagpie

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Polenta Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon butter, or as needed
2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese, or as needed
3 tablespoons butter
2 cups finely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups whole milk
1 pinch salt and ground white pepper to taste
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup bread crumbs
1 (16 ounce) tube polenta, cut into 1/8-inch slices

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan with 1 teaspoon butter. Add 2 teaspoons Parmesan cheese to the baking pan and shake gently, back and forth, until the bottom and sides are coated with Parmesan, discarding any extra.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add flour and stir until well combined. Turn off heat and whisk in milk. Turn heat to medium-low and bring sauce to a simmer; cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • While sauce is thickening, mix together Cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and bread crumbs in a bowl.
  • Layer 1/2 of the polenta slices in the prepared baking dish and top with 1/2 of the sauce. Repeat with remaining polenta and sauce. Top with cheese mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and golden brown, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.5 g, Cholesterol 71.2 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 15.1 g, Sodium 820.4 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

CREAMY BAKED POLENTA WITH HERBS AND GREEN ONIONS



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Categories     Milk/Cream     Onion     Side     Bake     Vegetarian     New Year's Eve     Parmesan     Cornmeal     Winter     Thyme     Parsley     Monterey Jack     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups water
1 1/2 cups polenta (coarse cornmeal) or yellow cornmeal
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
4 green onions, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons minced fresh Italian parsley
1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
1/4 cup whipping cream
3/4 cup grated dry Jack cheese or freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Pour 6 cups water into 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Whisk polenta, salt, and pepper into water. Bake uncovered 40 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in small skillet over medium heat. Add green onions and sauté 2 minutes. Stir in parsley and thyme, then cream. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
  • Stir polenta to blend. Stir green onion mixture, cheese, and lemon peel into polenta. Continue to bake uncovered until polenta is creamy and liquid is completely absorbed, about 10 minutes longer. Let stand 5 minutes; serve.

CREAMY BAKED POLENTA



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Make and share this Creamy Baked Polenta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SkinnyMinnie

Categories     European

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup yellow cornmeal (not instant) or 1 cup coarse polenta
3 tablespoons butter, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 ounces provolone cheese, grated
2 ounces parmesan cheese, finely grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350ºF.
  • Combine 4 cups of water, cornmeal, butter, salt and pepper in a 1 1/2 quart baking dish.
  • Bake uncovered, on the top shelf of the oven for 40 minute.
  • Remove the polenta from the oven, give it a stir, and bake for another 10 minute.
  • Remove it from the oven again and this time stir in the provolone and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Let it stand for 5 min before serving.
  • Serve topped with the Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.3, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 10.5, Cholesterol 45.1, Sodium 849.1, Carbohydrate 24.5, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 0.4, Protein 11.7

Tips:

  • For a creamy polenta, use whole milk or a mixture of whole milk and water. You can also add a tablespoon of butter or olive oil to the polenta while it is cooking.
  • If you don't have a sun oven, you can cook the polenta in a slow cooker or in the oven. Just be sure to cook it on a low heat so that it doesn't burn.
  • You can add your favorite toppings to the polenta, such as cheese, butter, herbs, or vegetables. You can also serve it with a side of meat or fish.
  • Polenta is a versatile dish that can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover polenta.

Conclusion:

Polenta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a good source of fiber and protein, and it can be made with a variety of ingredients to suit your taste. Whether you are cooking it in a sun oven, slow cooker, or oven, polenta is a great option for a quick and easy meal.

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