Creamy Polenta With Sausages And Roasted Grapes

Name: Creamy Polenta With Sausages And Roasted Grapes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup medium-grind polenta (not instant); 3 large sprigs thyme, divided; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter; 1 pound fresh hot or sweet Italian turkey or chicken sausages; 1/3 cup low-salt chicken broth; 1 pound seedless red grapes, cut into bunches with stems attached; 1/4 cup chopped shallots; 1/3 cup dry white wine; Flat-leaf parsley leaves

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 450u00b0F. Stir polenta and 2 1/2 cups water in a medium microwave-safe bowl; add 1 thyme sprig and season with salt and pepper. Cover with a plate. Microwave for 4 minutes. Carefully remove plate and whisk polenta. Cover and microwave for 4 minutes longer. Repeat until polenta is soft, adding more water by 1/4-cupfuls if too thick, 10-12 minutes total, depending on strength of microwave. Stir in butter. Season to taste with salt and pepper; keep warm.
2
Meanwhile, heat a large cast-iron or ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausages and fry until browned, turning occasionally, about 5 minutes. Add broth, remaining 2 thyme sprigs, grapes, and shallots to skillet; transfer to oven. Roast, turning grapes and sausages halfway through cooking time, until grapes begin to caramelize and sausages are cooked through and begin to burst, 12-15 minutes.
3
Spoon polenta into wide, shallow bowls. Arrange sausages and grapes over. Add wine to skillet; stir over high heat, scraping up browned bits. Drizzle pan sauce over sausages. Sprinkle with parsley.

416

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup medium-grind polenta (not instant), 3 large sprigs thyme, divided, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Creamy Polenta With Sausages And Roasted Grapes falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!