Baked Polenta With Fresh Tomatoes And Parmesan

Name: Baked Polenta With Fresh Tomatoes And Parmesan
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups water; 1 cup milk; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 cup quick-cooking polenta; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 fresh basil leaves, chopped; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon butter, chilled and cut into pieces; 2 tomatoes, sliced; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 fresh basil leaves, chopped

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
2
Place the water, milk, and butter in a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the polenta and stir with a wooden spoon until thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup Parmesan cheese and 2 chopped basil leaves; season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer the polenta to the prepared baking dish and arrange the remaining chilled pieces of butter over the top.
3
Bake the polenta in the preheated oven until bubbly and beginning to brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven.
4
Decoratively arrange the slices of tomato over the top of the polenta, spread the remaining basil leaves over the tomatoes, and sprinkle with 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.
5
Return to the oven and bake until the tomatoes are warm and the Parmesan cheese is bubbly, 5 to 10 minutes.

280

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/4 cups water, 1 cup milk, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 cup quick-cooking polenta, and more.

Yes, Baked Polenta With Fresh Tomatoes And Parmesan falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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