Polenta With Bacon Ragu Recipe

Name: Polenta With Bacon Ragu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 3/4 cup Water; 1 cup Cornmeal; 1 cup Water; 4 tbsp Butter (1/2 stick); 1 tbsp Salt; 1/2 cup Shredded or grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tsp Olive oil; 3 clove Garlic, chopped; 8 slice Bacon, raw, cut into small pieces; 24 oz Passata (or tomato puree); 2 tsp Black pepper; 10 Fresh basil leaves, chopped; 1 tbsp Oregano; 4 oz Red wine (1/2 cup)

Servings: persons

2 3/4 cup Water
1 cup Cornmeal
1 cup Water
4 tbsp Butter (1/2 stick)
1 tbsp Salt
1/2 cup Shredded or grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Olive oil
3 clove Garlic, chopped
8 slice Bacon, raw, cut into small pieces
24 oz Passata (or tomato puree)
2 tsp Black pepper
10 Fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 tbsp Oregano
4 oz Red wine (1/2 cup)

1
In a frying pan with olive oil, saute garlic until it is almost blackened, then add the bacon and continue sauteing until the bacon is crisp.
2
Drain excess oil from pan and pour in the passata, basil, oregano, pepper and wine.
3
Simmer on low for about 20 minutes.
4
While the Ragu is simmering, start preparing the polenta.
5
Begin boiling 2 3/4 cups of water.
6
In a separate bowl, combine the corn meal and salt with the remaining cup of water.
7
Once the water starts boiling, slowly add the cornmeal/water combo into the boiling water and stir constantly.
8
Also add the butter.
9
Stir constantly.
10
Lower heat to a simmer, cover, and continue simmering for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring often.
11
About halfway through, add the Parmesan cheese and continue stirring.
12
Spoon the polenta into bowls and top with the bacon Ragu.
13
Add more Parmesan cheese, if desired.
14
Enjoy!

611

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 3/4 cup Water, 1 cup Cornmeal, 1 cup Water, 4 tbsp Butter (1/2 stick), and more.

Yes, Polenta With Bacon Ragu falls under the Meat & Poultry 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 With Bacon Ragu

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Variations & substitutions

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