Best 14 Polenta With Mozzarella And Parmesan Recipes

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Polenta with mozzarella and parmesan is a comforting dish with a rich, cheesy flavor. Combining the creamy texture of polenta with the salty, gooey goodness of melted cheese, this dish is a versatile side or main course that’s sure to become a favorite. Whether you prefer a simple preparation featuring just polenta and cheese, or enjoy it with the addition of vegetables, herbs, or meat, there’s a recipe out there to suit every taste.

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CREAMY POLENTA WITH PARMESAN AND MOZZARELLA



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Make and share this Creamy Polenta with Parmesan and Mozzarella recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Normaone

Categories     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 1/2 cups whole milk
3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over high heat, combine milk and cornmeal, whisking until mixture boils.
  • Reduce heat to medium and simmer, whisking frequently until mixture thickens, about 15 minutes.
  • Add rosemary and cheeses.
  • Whisk until cheese is melted.
  • Season to taste.

POLENTA WITH MOZZARELLA AND PARMESAN



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Provided by Maria Watson

Categories     Milk/Cream     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Mozzarella     Parmesan     Rosemary     Cornmeal     Winter     Bon Appétit     California     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 1/2 cups whole milk
3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Combine milk and cornmeal in large saucepan. Whisk over high heat until mixture comes to boil. Reduce heat to medium; simmer until polenta thickens, whisking often, about 15 minutes. Add rosemary and cheeses; whisk until cheeses melt. Season with salt and pepper.

CREAMY PARMESAN POLENTA



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups chicken stock, preferably homemade
2 teaspoons minced garlic (2 cloves)
1 cup yellow cornmeal, preferably stone-ground
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
1/4 cup creme fraiche
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Place the chicken stock in a large saucepan. Add the garlic and cook over medium-high heat until the stock comes to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and very slowly whisk in the cornmeal, whisking constantly to make sure there are no lumps. Switch to a wooden spoon, add the salt and pepper, and simmer, stirring almost constantly, for 10 minutes, until thick. Be sure to scrape the bottom of the pan thoroughly while you're stirring. Off the heat, stir in the Parmesan, creme fraiche, and butter. Taste for seasonings and serve hot with extra Parmesan cheese to sprinkle on top.

CREAMY PARMESAN POLENTA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups water
2 teaspoons salt, plus more for seasoning
1 3/4 cups yellow cornmeal
3 tablespoons salted butter
1 cup grated Parmesan
1 cup whipping cream
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning

Steps:

  • Add the water to a large saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Add the 2 teaspoons of salt and gradually whisk in the cornmeal. Reduce the heat to low and cook until the mixture thickens and the cornmeal is tender, stirring often, about 15 minutes. Turn off the heat. Add the butter, and stir until melted. Stir in the Parmesan and incorporate well. This will slightly thicken the polenta. Add the cream and 1 teaspoon of black pepper and stir with a wooden spoon until incorporated. Taste the polenta, and add a little more salt and a little ground black pepper, if necessary. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve.

POLENTA PARMIGIANA



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"This warm, Italian-flavored appetizer also makes a quick, filling lunch. I prefer this veggie version, but my kids like to add pepperoni or sausage to create mini pizzas." -Carolyn Kumpe, El Dorado, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 16 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tube (1 pound) polenta, cut into 16 slices
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup tomato basil pasta sauce, warmed
1/2 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 16 slices
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Fresh basil leaves, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Place polenta in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; brush with olive oil. Bake until edges are golden brown, 15-20 minutes., Spoon pasta sauce over polenta slices. Top each with a mozzarella cheese slice; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Bake until cheese is melted, 3-5 minutes longer. Garnish with basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 273mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CREAMY PARMESAN POLENTA



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Easy and delicious creamy polenta. Makes a great side, appetizer, or base for a hearty stew.

Provided by Keith Haney

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Polenta Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (18 ounce) package polenta, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup chicken broth
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 dash paprika

Steps:

  • Stir polenta and chicken broth together in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir until the polenta is heated through completely, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove pan from heat. Stir Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and paprika with the polenta mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 532.6 calories, Carbohydrate 87.1 g, Cholesterol 18.2 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 1185.7 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

BAKED POLENTA WITH FRESH TOMATOES AND PARMESAN



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This recipe is a perfect way to highlight and use fresh summer tomatoes. It makes a great side dish for grilled chicken or pork chops.

Provided by rjohl

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Polenta Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 ¼ cups water
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup quick-cooking polenta
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 fresh basil leaves, chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon butter, chilled and cut into pieces
2 tomatoes, sliced
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 fresh basil leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
  • Place the water, milk, and butter in a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the polenta and stir with a wooden spoon until thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup Parmesan cheese and 2 chopped basil leaves; season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer the polenta to the prepared baking dish and arrange the remaining chilled pieces of butter over the top.
  • Bake the polenta in the preheated oven until bubbly and beginning to brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven.
  • Decoratively arrange the slices of tomato over the top of the polenta, spread the remaining basil leaves over the tomatoes, and sprinkle with 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.
  • Return to the oven and bake until the tomatoes are warm and the Parmesan cheese is bubbly, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.6 calories, Carbohydrate 37.5 g, Cholesterol 56.5 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 1013 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

FRIED POLENTA WITH TOMATO SAUCE



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Run circles around other appetizers with Fried Polenta with Tomato Sauce. This fried polenta appetizer is cheesy, crispy, garlicky and easy to make! The bright tomato sauce pairs well with the fried polentas and make the dish pop out even more.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Grains

Time 1h46m

Yield Makes 32 servings, 2 polenta triangles and about 2 tsp. sauce.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3-1/2 cups water
1 tsp. salt
1-1/3 cups corn grits, uncooked
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Whole Milk Mozzarella Cheese
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1/4 cup chopped onions
1 clove garlic, minced
1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves
1/4 cup butter, divided

Steps:

  • Bring water and salt to boil in medium saucepan on medium heat. Gradually stir in grits; cook 5 to 6 min. or until grits are thickened and start to pull away from bottom and side of pan. Stir in cheeses. Pour into 9x5-inch loaf pan sprayed with cooking spray; cool 10 min. Refrigerate 1 hour or until chilled.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in medium saucepan on medium heat. Add onions and garlic; cook and stir 2 min. or until onions are crisp-tender. Stir in tomatoes and oregano; simmer on medium-low heat 10 min, stirring occasionally. Cool 15 min. Pour into blender; blend until smooth. Transfer to bowl; set aside.
  • Unmold polenta; cut into 16 slices. Cut each slice lengthwise in half, then cut each piece diagonally in half. Melt 1 Tbsp. butter in large skillet on medium heat. Add 16 polenta triangles; cook 2 to 4 min. on each side or until crisp and lightly browned. Drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining butter and polenta triangles. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 125 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

BAKED POLENTA WITH RICOTTA AND PARMESAN



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This no-stir method produces an effortless polenta. The ricotta adds lightness and turns the polenta into an elegant side dish. It may be baked up to 2 hours in advance and reheated, if desired.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, grains and rice, side dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup coarse polenta
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup fresh ricotta
1 cup grated Parmesan
Black pepper

Steps:

  • Soak polenta in cold water for 1 hour. Heat oven to 400 degrees. Drain polenta, then place in a heavy-bottomed pot or ovenproof baking dish. Add salt and 4 cups water.
  • Place pot in oven, cover, and bake for 45 minutes. (The polenta will begin to simmer and absorb water after a few minutes. No need to stir.)
  • After 45 minutes, uncover and stir in the olive oil, ricotta and Parmesan, but don't overmix. Some of the ricotta should remain in big blobs. The mixture may be a bit soupy at this point, but will thicken as it continues to cook. Bake, uncovered, for another 15 minutes, until top has browned. Finish with a generous amount of pepper.

POLENTA WITH MASCARPONE AND PARMESAN



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Categories     Cheese     Dairy     Side     Bake     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Parmesan     Winter     Hominy/Cornmeal/Masa     Gourmet

Yield Makes 6 (side dish) or 4 (vegetarian main dish) servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

Olive oil for greasing dish
1 (16- to 18-ounce) ready-made plain polenta roll
1/2 cup mascarpone
1 1/2 ounces finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (3/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 450°F. Oil a 13- by 9-inch or other 2- to 3-quart shallow baking dish.
  • Pat polenta roll dry, then cut crosswise into 1/3-inch-thick slices and arrange in baking dish, overlapping slices slightly to cover bottom completely.
  • Stir mascarpone in a small bowl to loosen, then spread over polenta, holding slices down with your hand. Sprinkle Parmigiano-Reggiano evenly over top.
  • Bake until bubbling and golden, 15 to 18 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes to firm up, then season with pepper.

SIMPLE POLENTA WITH SAUTEED CHERRY TOMATOES AND FRESH MOZZARELLA



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Make and share this Simple Polenta With Sauteed Cherry Tomatoes and Fresh Mozzarella recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Vanessa

Categories     European

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 cups water
salt
1 1/2 cups polenta (or evenly coarse medium or coarse-ground cornmeal)
1 1/2 ounces parmesan cheese, grated (about 3/4 cup)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into large chunks
ground black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium garlic cloves, peeled and sliced thin
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1 pinch sugar
2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved
salt and pepper
6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/3-in . cubes (about 1 cup)
2 tablespoons fresh shredded basil leaves

Steps:

  • For the polenta:.
  • Bring water to a boil in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Once boiling, add 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and pour the polenta into the water in a very slow stream from a measuring cup, while stirring in a circular motion with a wooden spoon. Make sure to scrape the bottom and corners of the pot well.
  • Reduce the heat to the lowest setting and cover. Vigorously stir the polenta once every 5 minutes, making sure to scrape clean the bottom and corners of the pot.
  • Continue cooking until the polenta has lost its raw cornmeal taste and becomes soft and smooth, about 30 minutes. Stir in the Parmesan and butter and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • For the tomatoes and mozzarella:.
  • During the final 5 minute of cooking the polenta, heat the oil, garlic, pepper flakes and sugar in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant and sizzling (about 1 min.).
  • Stir in the tomatoes and cook until they just begin to wilt, about 1 min.; season with salt and pepper to taste and set skillet off the heat.
  • Spoon the polenta into the individual serving bowls and top with the mozzarella.
  • Spoon the tomato mixture with any accumulated juices over the top of the served polenta, and sprinkle with basil before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535, Fat 33.3, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 65.8, Sodium 461.5, Carbohydrate 43.1, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 4.8, Protein 18.8

POLENTA WITH PARMESAN AND TOMATO SAUCE



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This is my favorite way to serve polenta, and it's the simplest, too. My son loves it -- maybe your kids will feel the same.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, weekday, main course

Time 1h15m

Yield Serves four

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup polenta
1 quart water
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan optional, plus additional for sprinkling
1 1/2 cups Fresh Tomato Sauce or Simple Marinara Sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Combine the polenta, water and salt in a 2-quart baking dish. Stir together, and place in the oven. Bake 50 minutes. Remove from the oven, stir in the butter and return to the oven for 10 more minutes. Remove from the oven and stir again. Return to the oven for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven, and stir in the Parmesan, if using. Spoon onto plates, make a depression in the middle and spoon 1/4 heaped cup of simple tomato sauce into the depression. Sprinkle with Parmesan and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 219, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 880 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CREAMY POLENTA WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE



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This delicious and easy side dish goes incredibly well with braised meat. It makes any meal feel a little more elevated.-Sarah Vasques, Milford, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tablespoons butter, divided
1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream, divided
1 cup 2% milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup cornmeal
1 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add 1 cup cream, milk and salt. Bring to a low simmer. Gradually whisk in cornmeal. Cook and stir for 3 minutes. , Pour polenta into a 3-quart slow cooker coated with cooking spray. Cook, covered, on low for 2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring vinegar and sugar to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until reduced to 1/3 cup. Just before serving, stir cheese and the remaining cream and butter into polenta. To serve, drizzle with balsamic glaze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Fat 25g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 494mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CREAMY POLENTA WITH PARMESAN



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Parmesan cheese adds a bit of sharpness to creamy polenta in this popular Italian side dish. Also Try:Chicken Cacciatore, Lemony Kale Salad

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 5

7 cups whole milk
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups polenta
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place milk in a medium saucepan and add 2 teaspoons salt; bring to a boil over medium heat. While whisking constantly, gradually add polenta. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring with a wooden spoon, until thickened, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir in butter and cheese; season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • For a creamier polenta, use milk instead of water.
  • Add a tablespoon of butter or olive oil to the polenta while it is cooking for a richer flavor.
  • Season the polenta with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Top the polenta with your favorite cheese, such as mozzarella, Parmesan, or cheddar.
  • For a crispy polenta, grill or bake it after it has been cooked.
  • Serve the polenta with your favorite sauce, such as tomato sauce, pesto, or Alfredo sauce.

Conclusion:

Polenta is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many ways. Whether you are looking for a simple side dish or a hearty main course, polenta is a great option. With its creamy texture and nutty flavor, polenta is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a new recipe, give polenta a try. You won't be disappointed.

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