Crispy Seasoned Polenta Squares Recipe

Name: Crispy Seasoned Polenta Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups water; 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil); 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon dried minced onion; 1 teaspoon dried minced garlic; 1 cup cornmeal; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 egg; 1/4 cup fat-free milk; 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs; 2 teaspoons dried cilantro flakes; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 9 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream

Servings: persons

4 cups water
1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon dried minced garlic
1 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 egg
1/4 cup fat-free milk
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 teaspoons dried cilantro flakes
1 tablespoon olive oil
9 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream

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In a large heavy saucepan, bring the water, tomatoes, salt, onion and garlic to a boil. Reduce heat to a gentle boil; slowly whisk in cornmeal. Cook and stir with a wooden spoon for 15-20 minutes or until polenta is thickened and pulls away cleanly from the sides of the pan. Stir in cheese and oregano. Spread into a 9-in. square baking pan coated with cooking spray. Cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
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Cut polenta into nine squares. In a shallow bowl, whisk egg and milk. In another shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs and cilantro. Dip polenta in the egg mixture, then bread crumb mixture.
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In a
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coated with cooking spray, cook polenta in oil in batches for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Serve with sour cream.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups water, 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil), 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon dried minced onion, and more.

Yes, Crispy Seasoned Polenta Squares falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Crispy Seasoned Polenta Squares

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