POLENTA CAKES WITH FRESH SALSA

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These polenta cakes are the perfect way to switch up your summer menu. -Jacque O'Connor, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 cups boiling water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 serrano pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
SALSA:
6 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
8 fresh asparagus spears, grilled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 serrano pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Quesco fresco or Monterey Jack cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Reduce heat to a gentle boil; slowly whisk in cornmeal. Stir in serrano pepper, garlic and pepper. Cook and stir with a wooden spoon for 12-17 minutes or until polenta is thickened and pulls away cleanly from the sides of the pan. Stir in cheese., Spread into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Cool slightly; cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours., For salsa, in a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, asparagus, green onions, cilantro, serrano pepper, salt and pepper; set aside., Cut polenta into eight pieces. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Serve with salsa; garnish with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 339mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Premraj Neupane
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These polenta cakes were a great way to use up some leftover polenta. They were easy to make and very flavorful. I served them with a simple tomato sauce and they were perfect.


MD MOSAROP
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my polenta cakes turned out really bland. I think I might have forgotten to add salt.


Talha Hassan
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These polenta cakes were amazing! They were so easy to make and they tasted delicious. I will definitely be making them again and again.


Dinesh Ghale
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These polenta cakes were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would add more liquid next time.


King CamperYt
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I've never been a big fan of polenta, but these cakes changed my mind. They were crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, and the fresh salsa was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making these again.


Nadeem Sagar
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These polenta cakes were delicious! I made them for a dinner party and they were a big hit. I will definitely be making them again.


Joweli Tuilau
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These polenta cakes were a great way to use up some leftover polenta. They were easy to make and very flavorful. I served them with a mushroom sauce and they were perfect.


Isaac Vella
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my polenta cakes turned out really crumbly. I think I might have overcooked the polenta.


J Buck
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These polenta cakes were amazing! They were so easy to make and they tasted delicious. I will definitely be making them again and again.


Sumaiye islam Sumaiye islam
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I love the idea of these polenta cakes, but I found them to be a bit too oily. I think I would use less oil next time, or maybe even bake them instead of frying them.


Randy Jimoh
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These polenta cakes were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add some more herbs or spices next time.


Naluwooza Juliet
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I've never had polenta before, but these cakes were a great introduction. They were easy to make and very flavorful. I served them with a simple tomato sauce and they were perfect.


Miya Mojalefa
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These polenta cakes were delicious! I made them for a brunch party and they were a big hit. I will definitely be making them again.


Megan Le Roux
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I'm not a big fan of polenta, but I thought these cakes were really good! The crispy exterior and the creamy interior were a nice contrast, and the fresh salsa added a lot of flavor.


Christopher Arizmendi
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These polenta cakes were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would add more liquid next time, or maybe use a different type of polenta.


Luka Milutinovic
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I love polenta, and these cakes are a great way to use it up. They're easy to make and can be served as an appetizer or main course. I especially like them with a fried egg on top.


J-TagZ
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These polenta cakes were a hit at my dinner party! They were crispy on the outside and soft and creamy on the inside. The fresh salsa was the perfect complement, adding a bright and flavorful touch. I will definitely be making these again.