ROASTED BUCKWHEAT POLENTA WITH SAGE CREAM SAUCE

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This is a traditional recipe from the Piedmont region of Italy. I usually get my buckwheat from a European market, but I have seen it in regular grocery stores near the specialty rices.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Grains

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup buckwheat groats
1 small baking potato
4 cups water
kosher salt
4 leeks, white part only sliced as thin as possible
2 tablespoons butter
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
1 teaspoon fresh sage, minced (can use dried sage)
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • Use a heavy skillet to toast the buckwheat groats, over medium heat, until they are lightly toasted (stir occasionally), about 12 minutes; remove from heat and set aside so they cool.
  • Once they are completely cooled, grind them, using a coarse setting, for form grits (they'll have the consistency of corn meal).
  • Simmer the potato in water until fork tender, about 25 minutes; remove the potato, but keep the water simmering in the pot.
  • Peel and mash the potato with a fork, then return to the pot of simmering water.
  • Add the ground buckwheat grits to the pot along with 1/2 teaspoon salt; bring to a boil, stirring constantly, then reduce heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, until mixture becomes very thick, about 15 minutes (if it gets too thick, add a little water; also if it gets done before the sauce, remove from heat and cover).
  • Meanwhile, saute the leeks, in the butter, in a large skillet, until softened; reduce heat and add a pinch of salt, then cover and cook until very tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Stir in the cream, sage, and a few grinds of pepper; gently simmer until the cream reduces and thickens to a sauce-like consistency, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir the grated cheese into the polenta.
  • Serve the polenta in a shallow bowl, spoon the sauce on top, and garnish with more grated cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292, Fat 23, SaturatedFat 14.2, Cholesterol 79.3, Sodium 99.5, Carbohydrate 19.6, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 2.8, Protein 3.9

Jade Prince
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This recipe is a keeper! The polenta was creamy and delicious, and the sage cream sauce was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Rana Zaheer Ul Hassan
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This dish was amazing! The polenta was creamy and flavorful, and the sage cream sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Colbi Clampeth
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This dish was a bit too rich for my taste, but it was still very good. The polenta was creamy and flavorful, and the sage cream sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this dish again, but I would use less butter and cream next time.


Nyiramategeko Catherine
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The polenta was creamy and flavorful, and the sage cream sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Ryan Chappell
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I'm not a big fan of polenta, but this dish was actually really good. The polenta was creamy and flavorful, and the sage cream sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this dish again.


Eliyas Elo
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This dish was delicious! The polenta was creamy and flavorful, and the sage cream sauce was the perfect complement. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Muhammad Tehseen
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The polenta was a bit bland, but the sage cream sauce helped to add some flavor. Overall, this dish was just okay.


Lisa Mayhew
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This recipe is a keeper! The polenta was creamy and delicious, and the sage cream sauce was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Sabs Josa
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I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The polenta was creamy and nutty, and the sage cream sauce was savory and flavorful. I would definitely make this dish again.


Khanb R
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This dish was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it. The polenta was perfectly cooked and the sage cream sauce was amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Mmathapelo Dorica
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The polenta was a bit too dry for my taste, but the sage cream sauce was delicious. I think next time I'll add a little more liquid to the polenta.


Salum Hussein
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The polenta was creamy and flavorful, and the sage cream sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Bayram Msalmi
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit. The polenta is always cooked perfectly, and the sage cream sauce is so delicious. I love serving this dish with roasted vegetables or grilled chicken.


Reya Khan
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This roasted buckwheat polenta with sage cream sauce was an absolute delight! The polenta was creamy and flavorful, with a slightly nutty taste. The sage cream sauce was rich and savory, with a hint of earthiness. The two combined to create a dish th