Polenta with Tomato Cream Sauce
Rich and satisfying, this can be either a side dish or a main course
Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 1 pound,
polenta in a plastic tube
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sliced 1/2" thick
- 1/2 medium,
onion
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chopped
- 2 cloves,
garlic
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finely chopped
- 1 1/2 cups,
prepared pasta sauce
- 3 tablespoons,
heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons,
olive oil
- 1/4 cup,
grated parmesan cheese
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
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to taste
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Method
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In a large non-stick frying pan, heat olive oil on medium heat
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Add polenta slices and fry for 3-4 minutes
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Turn slices over and fry for 3-4 minutes more
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Remove and place in a large oiled baking pan
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Add onion to pan and saute for 2-3 minutes until transparent
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Add garlic and saute for 1 minute
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Add pasta sauce and bring to a boil
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Remove from heat and add cream, stirring to combine
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Pour sauce over polenta
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Top with grated parmesan cheese.
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Place in a 350 degree oven for 15 minutes and serve immediately
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Polenta will spatter when fried. Use a spatter shield when frying, or better yet cook outside on the side burner of your gas grill if you have one. Most any pasta sauce will do for this recipe; we like Francesco Rinaldi. Serve with grilled steak or pork chops and a fresh green salad.