In the realm of vegetarian cuisine, polenta, a versatile and ancient grain hailing from Northern Italy, takes center stage in our culinary adventure today. As we embark on a quest to unveil the secrets of crafting the ultimate vegetarian polenta casserole, let's delve into a world of textures, flavors, and the art of combining humble ingredients into a symphony of taste. Get ready to explore a culinary journey where the rich, creamy texture of polenta harmonizes with an array of vegetables, herbs, and spices, culminating in a hearty, comforting casserole that will tantalize your taste buds and nourish your soul.
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VEGETARIAN POLENTA CASSEROLE
This comes from simple hardy ingredients. A great feel good one dish dinner. Even my kids like it! Adapted from a presentation by Cynthia Liar
Provided by SaltNPepper
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 1 casserole, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Cover medium casserole dish with thin layer of cooking spray, set aside.
- Cover bottom of a 2 quart sauce pan, with a thin layer of cooking spray.
- Heat pan to medium heat.
- Sweat the chopped onions in pan.
- Combine garlic,red pepper, shredded cabbage, and spices in pan and cook for about 5 minutes or until soft.
- Add beans, tomato sauce and water.
- Let the mixture absorb the water then add the Veggie Ground Round.
- Pour mixture into ceramic casserole dish, set aside.
- In a one qt sauce pan heat 2 cups of water to boiling Add polenta, stir constantly with a whisk until the mixture begins to thicken.
- When it is thick but still spreadable, immediately take off heat and pour over contents in casserole dish.
- This happens very quickly.
- Spread mixture into corners to cover casserole ideally about a 1/2 inch thick.
- Garnish with Parmesan Cheese.
- Cover dish and bake for 25 minutes in 350degree F.
- Remove cover and bake an additional 5 minutes at 400 degrees F.
POLENTA CHILI CASSEROLE
Our Test Kitchen created this delicious vegetarian bean and polenta bake that combines spicy chili, mixed veggies and homemade polenta. It's a warm and comfy casserole that is sure to please everyone, vegetarian or not.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large heavy saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Reduce heat to a gentle boil; slowly whisk in cornmeal. Cook and stir with a wooden spoon 15-20 minutes or until polenta is thickened and pulls away cleanly from sides of pan. , Remove from heat. Stir in 1/4 cup cheddar cheese until melted., Spread into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes. Meanwhile, heat chili according to package directions. , Spread vegetables over polenta; top with chili. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 12-15 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 556mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
VEGAN BAKED POLENTA WITH RADICCHIO
Creamy polenta, vegan cheese blend, and flavorful radicchio meet in this vegan meal. This is an adaptation of a popular dish from the Lombardy region of Italy. It typically uses fatty cheeses and butter. This version offers all the flavor without animal fats, making it perfect for vegan diets or for anyone looking to reduce fats in their diet.
Provided by Buckwheat Queen
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes Polenta Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 355 degrees F (180 degrees C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan with 1 teaspoon olive oil.
- Combine vegetable broth and 1 cup water in a large pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and keep at a low boil. Pour in unsweetened oat milk and bring to a boil. Sprinkle in cornmeal, whisking constantly to avoid clumps from forming. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue stirring until polenta begins to thicken. Add more water if needed. Stir until polenta has softened and thickened, about 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil in a skillet. Add onion and carrot. Saute until vegetables have just begun to soften. Add radicchio and saute until wilted. Season with pepper and turmeric. Cook until vegetables are tender and cooked throughout, about 5 minutes.
- Spread out 1/2 of the polenta in the greased baking dish. Evenly layer 1/2 of the vegan Gouda and 1/2 of the vegan mozzarella on top. Top with 1/2 of the radicchio mixture. Repeat layers with remaining polenta, cheeses, and radicchio mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese has melted and is bubbling, about 20 minutes. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.6 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 492.9 mg, Sugar 2 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your polenta casserole.
- Don't overcook the polenta. It should be cooked until it is tender but still has a little bit of a bite to it.
- Season the polenta well. Use salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
- Add your favorite vegetables and cheese. This is a great way to customize the casserole to your own taste.
- Bake the casserole until it is golden brown and bubbly. This will ensure that it is cooked through and has a crispy top.
Conclusion:
Polenta casserole is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a great way to use up leftover polenta, and it is also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With a little creativity, you can create a polenta casserole that everyone will love.
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