MEDITERRANEAN POLENTA CUPS

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Need a special appetizer that stands out in a crowd? Our Test Kitchen uses garlic, basil and feta cheese to lend flavor to these scrumptious bite-size treats.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 plum tomatoes, finely chopped
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • 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 for 15-20 minutes or until polenta is thickened and pulls away cleanly from the sides of the pan. Remove from the heat; stir in thyme and pepper. , Spoon heaping tablespoonfuls into miniature muffin cups coated with cooking spray. Using the back of a spoon, make an indentation in the center of each. Cover and chill until set. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, feta cheese, basil and garlic. , Unmold polenta cups and place on an ungreased baking sheet. Top each with 1 heaping tablespoon of tomato mixture. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 26 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 62mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Ehis Omorodion
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This recipe is a fail. Do not attempt to make these polenta cups.


Mohamed Adel
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Avoid this recipe at all costs. The polenta cups were inedible.


Aaman Aaman
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone. The polenta cups were a disaster.


David Pike
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These polenta cups were a waste of time and ingredients. They were not good.


Naqeeb Devnia
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I was disappointed with these polenta cups. They were a lot of work and they didn't taste very good.


Ngeso Steve
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I followed the recipe exactly but the polenta cups didn't turn out right. They were too dry and crumbly.


cassie hilaire
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These polenta cups were a bit bland for my taste. I think they could have used more seasoning.


Russ Lee
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I'm not a big fan of polenta, but I thought these cups were pretty good. The Mediterranean flavors were nice.


BTS ARMY WORLD
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These polenta cups were a fun and easy appetizer to make. They were also very tasty.


Delia Marquez
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I love polenta and these cups were a great way to change it up. The Mediterranean flavors were a nice touch.


Jojo Ramos
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These polenta cups were easy to make and they tasted great. I will definitely be making them again.


keizys sali
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I made these polenta cups for a potluck and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Shady Nyaty
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These polenta cups were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it. They were absolutely delicious!


Saqib Malik
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I followed the recipe exactly and the polenta cups turned out perfectly. They were the perfect combination of crispy and creamy.


Syeda Zarakazmi
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These polenta cups were a great way to use up leftover polenta. They were also a fun and easy appetizer to make.


Abdul Qedeer
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I'm not usually a fan of polenta, but these cups changed my mind. They were so light and fluffy, and the Mediterranean flavors were amazing.


Mohammad Mosarof
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These polenta cups were a hit at my dinner party! They were easy to make and so flavorful. I loved the combination of the creamy polenta, tangy tomatoes, and salty feta cheese.