SAUSAGE-TOPPED POLENTA

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My Italian grandmother and mother have relied on this recipe for years. Many sauces can be served with polenta, but this tomato and sausage topping is our favorite. -Joyce Riskedal, Earlville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound bulk pork sausage
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1-1/2 cups water
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
POLENTA:
2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup cornmeal
1 cup cold water
1 cup shredded brick or mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato paste, water, parsley, sugar and basil. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Combine cornmeal and cold water; stir into boiling water. Return to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Spoon into a greased 9-in. round baking pan. Cool for 15-20 minutes or until set. Cut into wedges. Sprinkle with cheese and top with sausage mixture.

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