BAKED POLENTA
Another favorite from Jeff Smith, The Frugal Gourmet. We've made this often. In his cookbook - Jeff Smiths says this recipe was brought back by Thomas Jefferson after visiting Italy.
Provided by CindiJ
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil.
- Add the salt and slowly stire in the polenta.
- Stir constantly to avoid lumps.
- After mixtures begins to thicken you can stir less frequently.
- Simmer for about 20 minutes or until very thick.
- Pour into a greased loaf mold or bread pan.
- Allow to cool in the refrigerator overnight.
- Cut into 1/4-inch slices and layer like tiles in a baking dish.
- Pour the butter or oil over the top and then the cheese.
- Bake in 375ยบ oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and all begins to brown just a bit.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.9, Fat 19.8, SaturatedFat 11.8, Cholesterol 52.5, Sodium 1082.7, Carbohydrate 24.5, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 0.4, Protein 12.2
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