BAKED POLENTA SQUARES WITH MEDITERRANEAN TOPPINGS

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Just one example of how leftover polenta can be put to use, these garnished squares are an easy, casual snack or hors d'oeuvre. When baked, the pieces develop a crisp surface but retain their creamy center. For more detailed instructions, see our how-to.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 pieces set polenta (about 1/2 batch) Basic Polenta (Soft or Set), cut into bite-size squares
Extra-virgin olive oil
Spanish piquillo peppers, or other roasted red peppers, cut into thin strips
Pitted Nicoise olives
Olive tapenade
Fresh ricotta cheese
Fresh herbs such as marjoram, oregano, or basil, leaves torn

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place polenta about 1/2 inch apart on an oiled baking sheet, and bake, flipping halfway through, until crisp, about 45 minutes total. Let cool 5 to 10 minutes. Top as desired. Serve warm.

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