Best 11 Polenta With Gorgonzola Cheese Recipes

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Polenta is a dish made from coarsely ground cornmeal that is boiled and served as a porridge or mush. It is a staple food in many cultures around the world, and has been enjoyed for centuries. Polenta with gorgonzola cheese is a classic Italian dish that combines the creamy, nutty flavor of gorgonzola cheese with the hearty texture of polenta. It is a simple dish to make, and can be served as a main course or a side dish. There are many different recipes for polenta with gorgonzola cheese, so you can find one that suits your taste.

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CREAMY GORGONZOLA POLENTA



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This Creamy Gorgonzola Polenta Recipe is one of my all time favorite stew side dishes. It's rich, delicious, and is just the right texture to soak up any leftover sauce in the plate!

Provided by Valentina K. Wein

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 cups vegetable stock
¾ teaspoon sea salt
1¾ cups polenta ((coarse cornmeal))
1 cup half and half
¾ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese ((about 4 ounces))
3 tablespoons unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Boil stock. In a medium-sized saucepan, add the salt to the stock and bring to a boil.
  • Add polenta. Gradually whisk in the polenta. Reduce the heat to low and cook until the mixture thickens and the cornmeal is tender, stirring often, about 20 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients. Turn off the heat and add the half and half, cheese, and butter. Stir to blend and serve immediately!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

CREAMY POLENTA WITH GORGONZOLA CHEESE



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This is an amazing alternative to mashed potatoes! It's creamy, rich and all around great comfort food! Don't be hesitant about the blue cheese the flavour is subtle in the prepared dish. If you can't get gorgonzola try Stilton, or Roquefort or any good quality blue cheese. I love this dish anytime-warm, cold, at dinner or as a midnight snack-yum!

Provided by Breanna in T.O

Categories     Grains

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups cold water
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 (13 ounce) package instant polenta
3/4 cup heavy cream
3 ounces gorgonzola, cut into pieces
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot, combine water, sea salt, and pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-high and slowly stir in the polenta until it is thick and smooth, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the cream, Gorgonzola, salt and pepper to the polenta and stir until the cheese melts. Season with more salt and pepper to taste and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.8, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 9.5, Cholesterol 51.4, Sodium 698.5, Carbohydrate 1.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 3.7

POLENTA WITH GORGONZOLA



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Categories     Cheese     Appetizer     Side     Fall     Winter     Hominy/Cornmeal/Masa     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield 6 first-course or 6 Side-Dish Servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups milk
1/2 cup whipping cream
1 cup polenta (coarse yellow cornmeal)*
1 1/2 cups crumbled Gorgonzola cheese (about 6 1/2 ounces)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped, lightly toasted walnuts

Steps:

  • Bring milk and whipping cream to boil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Gradually whisk polenta into milk mixture in slow steady stream. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook polenta until creamy and tender, stirring frequently, about 20 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat broiler. Transfer cooked polenta to 9-inch-diameter glass pie dish. Sprinkle Gorgonzola cheese over polenta. Broil until cheese melts. Sprinkle with chopped toasted walnuts and serve immediately.
  • *Polenta (coarse yellow cornmeal) is available at Italian markets, natural foods stores and some supermarkets. If unavailable, substitute 1 cup regular yellow cornmeal, and cook mixture for about 12 minutes rather than 20 minutes.

GORGONZOLA POLENTA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Bring 4 cups salted water to a boil. Slowly add 1 cup instant polenta, whisking. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring, until thick and creamy, 10 minutes. Stir in 1 tablespoon butter, 1/4 cup crumbled gorgonzola, 1 tablespoon chopped oregano and a dash of nutmeg. Top with more cheese and some pepper.

BAKED POLENTA WITH CRISPY LEEKS AND BLUE CHEESE



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Baking polenta in the oven means you don't have to stand over the pot, stirring the extremely hot, bubbling mass. Here, the polenta is cooked in stock for the deepest flavor. Then it's topped with piquant crumbles of Gorgonzola dolce and crisp fried leeks, which add sweetness and crunch. You can serve this as a warming main course along with a crisp green salad, or as a rich and flavorful side dish to simple roasted meats or fish.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, weekday, grains and rice, main course, side dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for pan
1 quart chicken or vegetable stock, preferably homemade
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more as needed
1 cup polenta (coarse or regular, not instant)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
2 medium leeks, halved and sliced
4 ounces Gorgonzola dolce or other creamy blue cheese, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 1 cup)
Chopped parsley or basil, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees and butter a 9-by-9-inch baking dish. In a large pot, bring stock, 2 tablespoons butter and salt to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium, then slowly add polenta, stirring constantly until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Scrape polenta into prepared dish, cover with foil, and bake for 40 minutes.
  • As polenta bakes, prepare the leeks: Heat remaining 1 tablespoon butter and 3 tablespoons oil, in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in leeks and a large pinch of salt, and cook until dark golden and crisped, stirring frequently, and lowering heat if they start to brown too quickly, 10 to 12 minutes. Season with salt to taste.
  • Remove polenta from oven. Stir in half the Gorgonzola, then cover again with foil, and let sit for 10 minutes to melt the cheese.
  • When ready to serve, taste polenta and stir in more salt, if needed (this will depend on how salty your cheese and stock are). Drizzle polenta with olive oil, and sprinkle with remaining Gorgonzola, crispy leeks, and parsley or basil.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 350, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 578 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

POLENTA WITH GORGONZOLA



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     side dish

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 3/4 cups no-salt-added chicken or beef stock
1/2 cup nonfat buttermilk
1/2 cup quick-cooking polenta
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
3 tablespoons Gorgonzola or other blue cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring stock and buttermilk to boil in covered pot.
  • Slowly stir in the polenta and nutmeg, and continue cooking over medium heat, stirring often, until polenta has thickened.
  • Stir in the Gorgonzola thoroughly, and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 331, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 779 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

POLENTA GRATIN WITH GORGONZOLA CHEESE



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Polenta is a delicious Italian side dish made of cornmeal. Here it is accompanied by a creamy, gorgonzola cheese sauce. This is best with a simple roast.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups water
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage or 2 teaspoons dried sage, crumbled
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup yellow cornmeal
3 cups milk (or you can use 1 1/2 cups milk and 1 1/2 cups half-and-half)
2 bay leaves
6 whole cloves
6 allspice berries
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup crumbled gorgonzola or 1 cup other blue cheese
salt and pepper
ground nutmeg
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • For polenta: Butter 9 X 13 inch baking dish.
  • Bring water, sage, olive oil and salt to boil in medium saucepan.
  • Gradually add cornmeal in thin stream, stirring constantly.
  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Cook until cornmeal slowly falls off lifted spoon, stirring frequently, about 8 minutes.
  • Immediately spread polenta in prepared dish; smooth top.
  • Cool completely (can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate).
  • For sauce: bring milk, bay leaves, cloves and allspice to boil in medium saucepan.
  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Simmer 10 minutes.
  • Melt butter in another medium saucepan over moderate heat.
  • Add flour.
  • Whisk until smooth and bubbling (do not brown), about 2 minutes.
  • Strain milk mixture into flour mixture, whisking until smooth; add gorgonzola and whisk into sauce until melted.
  • Cook until thick, stirring frequently, about 7 minutes.
  • Season to taste with salt, pepper and nutmeg (can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.).
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Butter 9 X 13 inch baking dish.
  • Spread ½ cup of the sauce on the bottom.
  • Cut polenta into 2 inch squares that are ¼ inch thick.
  • Cut each square in half horizontally.
  • Place squares in baking dish, overlapping edges slightly.
  • Pour remaining sauce over.
  • Sprinkle with grated Parmesan (can be prepared 1 hour ahead).
  • Bake until polenta is heated through and top is golden-brown, about 50 minutes.
  • Cool 10 minutes before serving.

GORGONZOLA POLENTA BITES



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I needed a brand-new appetizer for a big party. I covered polenta with Gorgonzola and a tangy sauce. That's how you spread holiday cheer. -Margee Berry, White Salmon, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 16 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon orange marmalade
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1 tube (18 ounces) polenta, cut into 16 slices
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
3 tablespoons dried currants, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine vinegar and marmalade. Bring to a boil; cook 5-7 minutes or until liquid is reduced to 2 tablespoons., Meanwhile, place bread crumbs in a shallow bowl. Press both sides of polenta slices in bread crumbs. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add polenta in batches; cook 2-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown., Arrange polenta on a serving platter; spoon cheese over top. Sprinkle with currants if desired; drizzle with vinegar mixture. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY POLENTA WITH GORGONZOLA AND SPINACH



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Provided by Bill Dodson

Categories     Milk/Cream     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Blue Cheese     Cornmeal     Spinach     Fall     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 to 6 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups low-salt chicken broth
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
1 1/2 cups polenta (coarse cornmeal)*
1 cup (packed) chopped fresh spinach
1/2 cup whipping cream
1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Bring first 3 ingredients to boil in large saucepan. Gradually whisk in polenta. Reduce heat and simmer until mixture thickens, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Add spinach and stir until wilted, about 2 minutes. Add cream and simmer until almost absorbed and polenta thickens, about 5 minutes. Add cheese and parsley; stir until cheese melts. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl and serve.
  • Sold at Italian markets, natural foods stores, and some supermarkets.

RED PEPPER POLENTA WITH GORGONZOLA



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Looking for an Italian meal? Then check out this great combination of cornmeal polenta and Gorgonzola cheese - a mild side dish!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 cup coarsely chopped red bell pepper
2 cups roasted vegetable stock (from 32-oz container) or chicken broth
1 cup milk
1 cup whole-grain yellow cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese (2 oz)

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Cook garlic and bell pepper in oil about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until bell pepper is crisp-tender.
  • Stir in vegetable stock and milk; heat to boiling. Gradually stir in cornmeal and salt; reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered about 30 minutes, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened.
  • Spray 10-inch pie plate with cooking spray. Pour polenta into pie plate. Sprinkle with cheese. Let stand about 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and polenta is firm enough to cut. Cut into 8 wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 510 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

CREAMY POLENTA WITH MUSHROOMS AND GORGONZOLA



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This yummy Italian dish works great as a vegetarian main or topped with grilled steak, chicken or fish.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ vegetable broth
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup yellow cornmeal
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup coarsely chopped yellow onions
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 red bell pepper, cut in large chunks (2 cups)
8 oz fresh cremini mushrooms, quartered (3 cups)
1 bunch lacinato kale, ribs removed, roughly chopped (6 cups)
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese (2 oz)

Steps:

  • For polenta, in 4-quart saucepan, heat broth, cream and 1/2 teaspoon salt just to boiling over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium; very slowly beat in cornmeal with whisk. Continue to beat constantly 2 to 3 minutes or until mixture thickens. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook 20 minutes, stirring once after 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until onions brown on edges and soften. Add bell pepper; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until pepper softens and begins to brown on edges. Add mushrooms; cook and stir 4 to 5 minutes or until mushrooms release juices, juices absorb and mushrooms brown. Stir in kale; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until wilted. Add wine; stir constantly, scraping up browned bits, 1 to 2 minutes or until liquid is almost completely absorbed.
  • Divide polenta among 4 plates. Top each plate with about 1 cup vegetable mixture; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 4 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1110 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1/2 g

Tips:

  • For a creamier polenta, use whole milk or half-and-half instead of water.
  • To add extra flavor to the polenta, stir in some grated Parmesan cheese or chopped fresh herbs.
  • If you don't have Gorgonzola cheese on hand, you can substitute another type of blue cheese, such as Roquefort or Stilton.
  • Polenta can be served as a main course or a side dish. It goes well with roasted vegetables, grilled meats, or stews.
  • Leftover polenta can be reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop. You can also slice it and fry it until crispy, or use it to make polenta croutons.

Conclusion:

Polenta with Gorgonzola cheese is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your liking. Whether you are looking for a simple weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, polenta with Gorgonzola cheese is sure to please.

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