Polenta And Black Bean Casserole Recipe

Name: Polenta And Black Bean Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 2 (4 ounce) cans diced green chilies, drained; 1/4 cup canned salsa verde (tomatillo salsa); 3 large garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 (16 ounce) roll purchased prepared polenta, cut into 18 rounds; 1/2 cup whipping cream; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, well drained; 1 (15 ounce) can yellow hominy, well drained; 3 cups coarsely grated monterey jack cheese (about 10 ounces)

Servings: persons

1
Position rack in middle of oven and preheat to 450u00b0F Oil 11x7x2-inch glass baking dish.
2
Mix 1/2 cup cilantro, chilies, salsa verde, garlic, and cumin in medium bowl.
3
Arrange 9 polenta rounds in bottom of dish, spacing evenly.
4
Drizzle 1/4 cup cream over.
5
Top with half of beans, half of hominy, and half of chili mixture.
6
Sprinkle with 1 1/2 cups cheese.
7
Repeat layering.
8
Cover with foil.
9
Bake 20 minutes.
10
Increase oven temperature to 475u00b0F; uncover casserole and bake until top is golden brown, about 15 minutes longer.
11
Let stand 5 minutes; sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cilantro and serve.

605

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 (4 ounce) cans diced green chilies, drained, 1/4 cup canned salsa verde (tomatillo salsa), 3 large garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Polenta And Black Bean Casserole falls under the Snacks & Appetizers 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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Polenta And Black Bean Casserole

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