Best Pumpkin Sage Polenta Recipes

SAGE AND BALSAMIC PORK CHOPS WITH CREAMY PUMPKIN POLENTA

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 375°F.
• Preheat a large, oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat with 2 tablespoons of the EVOO (twice around the pan). In a shallow dish, combine the balsamic, sage, parsley, garlic, the remaining 1 tablespoon of EVOO, salt, and pepper. Coat the pork chops and then place them in the skillet and sear the meat on both sides to caramelize, about 2 minutes on each side. Transfer the skillet to the oven to finish off, about 8 minutes, or until the meat is firm to the touch but not tough.
• While the chops are cooking, in a sauce pot combine the chicken stock, milk, and pumpkin and season with the nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Place over high heat and bring up to a simmer. Whisk in the polenta and stir until it begins to mass together. Add the grated cheese and butter, stirring to combine. Keep in mind that polenta is very forgiving. If it becomes too thick, not smooth and creamy, you can always add more warm chicken stock or milk.
• Serve the polenta alongside the sage and balsamic pork chops with steamed vegetables. Garnish the polenta with a little extra grated or shaved cheese.

PUMPKIN AND SAGE POLENTA

Steps:

• 1. In a large pot over medium-high heat, bring the stock, salt, pepper, nutmeg and sage to a boil. Add the polenta in a slow, gentle stream, whisking constantly. Reduce the heat to a very gentle simmer and continue whisking until polenta begins to thicken, about 5 minutes. 2. Using a wooden spoon, cook and stir the polenta from time to time until it is soft and creamy, about 20 minutes. If the polenta becomes too stiff, add a small amount of water. Add the pumpkin puree, cheese, and butter and stir to blend and melt the cheese and butter. Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

PUMPKIN-SAGE POLENTA

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, bring the milk and water to a boil over medium heat.
• Add in pumpkin and salt; stir using a whisk.
• Lower heat to low and gradually whisk in polenta.
• Cook polenta 1 minute or until thick.
• Remove from heat.
• Add 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, cream cheese, and sage; stir until cheeses melt.
• Top with shaved parmesan--serve immediately.