Polenta soup, a comforting and versatile dish, has been a staple in many cultures for centuries. Originating from Italy, where it's known as "polenta concia", this hearty soup has spread across the globe, finding its way into kitchens and hearts worldwide. Made from simple ingredients like cornmeal, broth, and vegetables, polenta soup offers endless possibilities for customization, making it a favorite among home cooks and food enthusiasts alike. Join us as we explore the world of polenta soup, uncovering its origins, variations, and the secrets to creating the perfect bowl of this delectable dish.
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POLENTA AND SPINACH SOUP
Extra-virgin olive oil, which has a distinct taste and is ideal for dressings and drizzling, serves as the base for this polenta and spinach soup.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat 1/4 cup oil and the garlic in a medium saucepan over medium heat until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add 6 cups water; bring to a boil. Whisking constantly, add cornmeal in a slow, steady stream. Reduce heat to medium; cook, stirring occasionally, until soup has thickened slightly, about 8 minutes. Add cheese and 1/4 cup oil; cook, stirring, until oil is incorporated, about 1 minute. Stir in spinach and salt; cook, stirring, until spinach is bright green and wilted, about 1 minute more.
- Divide soup among four bowls; drizzle each serving with 1 teaspoon oil. Season soup with pepper, and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 g, Cholesterol 8 g, Fat 35 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6 g, Sodium 780 g
CREAMY POLENTA SOUP WITH SPINACH (PAPAROT)
I watched an episode of "Lydia's Italy" on PBS the other day and she made this deliciously comforting and simple soup using polenta. I made it and it will surely please your family (and your pocketbook). Enjoy!
Provided by mlao77
Categories Grains
Time 40m
Yield 3 cups, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Tip: For a smooth and velvety soup like Lydia's, I pulsed my cornmeal in my food processor for about 20 seconds before starting the recipe. First, whisk the polenta and flour in a saucepan.
- 2. Starting with 1 cup of broth, whisk the broth and polenta-flour mixture and remove any lumps. Add the butter and salt and stir.
- 3. Continue adding broth while whisking and place on medium-high heat to bring to a boil. Lower to medium heat and simmer soup for 25 minutes. Stir gently.
- 4. Add spinach to soup and stir. Continue cooking on medium-low heat for 10 minutes. If using, serve with grated parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil. Enjoy.
WHITE BEAN AND ESCAROLE SOUP WITH SPICY POLENTA
Provided by Antonio Pisaniello
Categories Soup/Stew Bean Garlic Leafy Green Pork Bake Dinner Lunch Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place beans in heavy medium saucepan and add enough cold water to cover by 3 inches. Soak overnight. Drain. Return beans to pan. Add 8 cups water and bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer gently until beans are tender, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Cool beans completely in liquid.
- Place remaining 4 cups water, prosciutto, 1/2 garlic head, and 1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds in heavy large saucepan. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Strain prosciutto broth into large measuring cup, reserving solids in strainer for soup. Add enough water to prosciutto broth to measure 4 cups. Return broth mixture to same saucepan. Add dried crushed red pepper, 2 tablespoons oil, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds. Gradually whisk in polenta. Bring to boil, whisking constantly. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease large baking sheet. Spread polenta on prepared baking sheet, pressing with wet hands into 1-inch-thick round. Make 2-inch hole in center to allow steam to escape during baking. Brush with 1 tablespoon oil. Bake until crisp at edges, about 35 minutes.
- Meanwhile, drain beans, reserving 3 cups cooking liquid. Heat remaining 1/2 cup oil in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add remaining 1/2 garlic head, cut side down, and sauté 2 minutes. Add escarole and sauté until wilted, about 2 minutes. Add beans with 3 cups cooking liquid. Remove skins from garlic in reserved solids from prosciutto broth; add solids to soup. Simmer soup 10 minutes to blend flavors. Season soup generously with salt and pepper. Discard remaining halved garlic from soup.
- Ladle soup into shallow soup bowls. Cut polenta into wedges. Serve alongside soup.
POLENTA SOUP
This recipe comes from the Monday to Friday Cookbook by Michele Urvater. We really love the flavor of it, but find it is not substantial enough for dinner by itself. It is, however, excellent with ham (or grilled cheese) sandwiches. This could easily be turned into a vegetarian dish, as well, by substituting water or vegetable stock for the chicken stock.
Provided by CraftScout
Categories Corn
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Core and finely chop the tomatoes, reserving the juices.
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and saute 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the garlic, tomatoes, reserved juices, stock, corn and chiles. Bring liquid to a simmer, then cover the pot and cook gently over low heat for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile rinse and mince the cilantro (or parsley).
- While whisking constantly, slowly drizzle the cornmeal into the simmering soup. Simmer gently, uncovered, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Make sure you occasionally stir the bottom of the pot to prevent the cornmeal from sticking.
- Season soup to taste.
- Right before serving, add lemon or lime juice, cilantro, and cheese (if you are using it.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.8, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 10.8, Sodium 641.4, Carbohydrate 45.4, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 9.8, Protein 13.6
POLENTA SOUP
Provided by Food Network
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and saute for about 3 minutes. Add the garlic, tomatoes, broth, corn and chilies. Bring the liquid to a simmer then cover the pan and cook gently over low heat for 15 minutes. Meanwhile rinse and mince the cilantro.
- While whisking constantly, slowly drizzle the cornmeal into the simmering soup, Simmer gently uncovered until thickened, about 10 minutes. Stir the bottom on occasion to make sure the cornmeal isn't sticking.
- Season the soup to taste with salt and pepper. Right before serving stir in the lime juice. Portion out and garnish if you wish with cheddar cheese, cilantro and chopped green bell pepper.
- VARIATION -You can enrich it with cubed smoked ham or roasted pork
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the soup will taste. Look for fresh vegetables, flavorful broth, and good quality polenta.
- Don't overcook the polenta: Polenta should be cooked until it is tender but still slightly firm. Overcooked polenta will be mushy and bland.
- Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dollop of yogurt for a bit of tang.
- Serve the soup hot: Polenta soup is best served hot, so make sure to reheat it if you have leftovers.
Conclusion:
Polenta soup is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover polenta. With its creamy texture and flavorful broth, polenta soup is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give polenta soup a try. You won't be disappointed!
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