Polenta Bites With Caramelized Mushrooms Recipe

Name: Polenta Bites With Caramelized Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: POLENTA; 3 cups heavy cream; 2 2 cups low sodium chicken broth or 2 cups vegetable broth; 1 teaspoon gray salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground nutmeg; 1 cup polenta; 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese; freshly grated parmesan cheese, garnish (optional); MUSHROOMS; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 lb cremini mushrooms or 1/2 lb button mushroom, cut into quarters; finely ground salt; freshly ground coarse black pepper; 2 2 tablespoons unsalted margarine or 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 2 tablespoons minced shallots; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leave; 2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice; 3/4 cup dry white wine; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley

Servings: persons

POLENTA
3 cups heavy cream
2 2 cups low sodium chicken broth or 2 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon gray salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground nutmeg
1 cup polenta
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
freshly grated parmesan cheese, garnish (optional)
MUSHROOMS
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 lb cremini mushrooms or 1/2 lb button mushroom, cut into quarters
finely ground salt
freshly ground coarse black pepper
2 2 tablespoons unsalted margarine or 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons minced shallots
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leave
2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
3/4 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley

1
Cooking the Polenta:
2
In a medium, heavy pot over high heat bring cream, stock, salt & nutmeg to a boil.
3
Add polents gradually, whisking constantly.
4
When mixture thickens, switch to wooden spoon and adjust the heat to maintain a bare simmer.
5
Cook stirring often, until thick, smooth aand creamy,about 15 minutes.
6
Add Parmesan and stir.
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Keep warm over low heat, stirring occasionally.
8
If polenta gets dry as it sits, stir in 1/4 cup of warm stock or cream.
9
To Prepare Mushrooms:
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In medium skillet over high heat, heat olive oil.
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When oil is hot, sprinkle in mushrooms in a single layer.
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DO NOT STIR THEM!
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Let them sizzle until they have caramelized on the bottom, 2 minutes.
14
When the bottoms are caramelized toss them once and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
15
Continue to cook with out stirring for 5 minutes.
16
Season again, with salt & pepper to taste.
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Add butter or margarine or olive oil and add shallots; cook for 3 minutes.
18
Continue to cook until garlic turns brown.
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DO NOT BURN THE GARLIC!
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Add the thyme and cook for 10 seconds.
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Add lemon juice and wine.
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Cook until the mushrooms are glazed with the sauce.
23
Add parsley then stir and remove from heat.
24
Place 1 tablespoon of warm polenta onto a spoon.
25
Place 1/2 teaspoon of mushroom mixture on the polenta.
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Garnish with a sprinkle of Parmesan.
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Serve at once.

1372

kcal

Calories

135

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.
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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: POLENTA, 3 cups heavy cream, 2 2 cups low sodium chicken broth or 2 cups vegetable broth, 1 teaspoon gray salt, and more.

Yes, Polenta Bites With Caramelized Mushrooms falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Polenta Bites With Caramelized Mushrooms

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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