Polenta Mushroom Appetizers Recipe

Name: Polenta Mushroom Appetizers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups chicken broth; 2 cups 2% milk; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup cornmeal; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 pound thinly sliced fresh mushrooms; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon butter; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons white wine or additional chicken broth; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

2 cups chicken broth
2 cups 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup cornmeal
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 pound thinly sliced fresh mushrooms
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons white wine or additional chicken broth
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1
In a large heavy saucepan, bring the broth, milk and salt 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.
2
Spread into a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Cut polenta into 16 pieces, then cut each diagonally in half to make 32 triangles; place on a greased
3
. Bake at 350u00b0 for 12-15 minutes or until light golden brown.
4
For mushrooms, saute mushrooms in oil and butter until tender. Add the garlic, thyme, salt and pepper; cook 1 minute longer. Add wine and lemon juice; cook and stir until liquid is almost absorbed.
5
Top each triangle with 1-1/2 teaspoons mushrooms; sprinkle appetizers with cheese. Serve warm.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups chicken broth, 2 cups 2% milk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 cup cornmeal, and more.

Yes, Polenta Mushroom Appetizers 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 Mushroom Appetizers

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