Damn Hot Polenta Bread Recipe

Name: Damn Hot Polenta Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 cups fine grind polenta; 1 cup grated Asiago cheese; 1/3 cup finely sliced scallion greens; 1/4 cup granulated sugar; 2 tablespoons baking powder; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt, preferably gray salt; 4 extra large eggs, whisked; 1 1/2 cups buttermilk; 1/4 pound unsalted butter, melted, plus more to cover if not serving immediately; 1/2 cup Damn Hot Peppers, recipe follows; Hot sauce, to taste; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 pound green bell peppers, halved, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 jalapenos, cut into 1/8-inch slices; 2 teaspoons sea salt, preferably gray salt, more if needed; 1 cup fresh tomato puree (peel, seed, and puree 1 pound ripe tomatoes in a food processor)

Servings: persons

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups fine grind polenta
1 cup grated Asiago cheese
1/3 cup finely sliced scallion greens
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt, preferably gray salt
4 extra large eggs, whisked
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
1/4 pound unsalted butter, melted, plus more to cover if not serving immediately
1/2 cup Damn Hot Peppers, recipe follows
Hot sauce, to taste
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound green bell peppers, halved, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 jalapenos, cut into 1/8-inch slices
2 teaspoons sea salt, preferably gray salt, more if needed
1 cup fresh tomato puree (peel, seed, and puree 1 pound ripe tomatoes in a food processor)

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Generously butter a 9 by 13-inch baking dish; set aside.
3
In a large bowl, stir the flour, polenta, cheese, scallions, sugar, baking powder, baking, soda and salt.
4
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, and melted butter.
5
Add the liquid ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir with a rubber spatula just until blended; do not over-mix.
6
Add 3/4 cup Damn Hot Peppers and then stir in hot sauce, to taste.
7
Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and level it with a rubber spatula.
8
Bake until the bread is golden brown and firm to the touch, about 35 minutes.
9
Cool briefly and then cut into squares and serve warm.
10
If not serving immediately, cover with more melted butter to keep moist overnight.
11
In a non-reactive saucepan, heat the olive oil.
12
When the oil is hot add the bell peppers, jalapenos and sea salt.
13
Cook over medium high heat for about 15 minutes or until the peppers are partially tender.
14
Stir the bottom from time to time, adjusting the heat as necessary so that they don't brown.
15
There will still be some liquid left in the pot.
16
Add the tomatoes, lower the heat to a simmer and continue cooking for about 10 minutes, to reduce the tomato juice and finish cooking the peppers.
17
Add additional salt, if needed.
18
Add to batter as directed.

1466

kcal

Calories

119

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 cups fine grind polenta, 1 cup grated Asiago cheese, 1/3 cup finely sliced scallion greens, and more.

Yes, Damn Hot Polenta Bread falls under the General 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.

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Damn Hot Polenta Bread

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Variations & substitutions

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