Polenta With Italian Sausage And Vegetables Recipe

Name: Polenta With Italian Sausage And Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb Italian sausage; 2 cups sliced onions; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 2 cups cremini mushrooms, sliced; 1 cup sliced zucchini; 28 ounces crushed tomatoes in puree; 2 teaspoons dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 17 ounces pre-cooked polenta, cut into 1/4 inch rounds; 1 1/2 cups provolone cheese, shredded; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb Italian sausage
2 cups sliced onions
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 cups cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 cup sliced zucchini
28 ounces crushed tomatoes in puree
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
17 ounces pre-cooked polenta, cut into 1/4 inch rounds
1 1/2 cups provolone cheese, shredded
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.
2
Squeeze sausage out of casings into skillet, and saute over medium heat. Break sausage up into small pieces and cook until no longer pink.
3
Remove sausage from skillet and discard drippings except 1 tablespoons.
4
Saute onion and garlic in reserved sausage drippings until onion is soft. Add mushrooms and zucchini, stir frequently until all liquid evaporates. Stir in tomatoes, herbs, and red pepper flakes. Return sausage to skillet and simmer for 5 minutes.
5
Spread an even scant amount of sauce (about 2/3 cup) on bottom of an 11x7 inch baking pan. Add a single layer of sliced polenta rounds. Layer with 2 cups of sausage sauce and 3/4 cup of Provolone.
6
Finish with an additional layer of polenta rounds, all the sausage sauce, and all the Provolone. Sprinkle Parmesan on top.
7
Bake uncovered at 350F for 30 minutes or until bubbly. Let cool 5-10 minutes before serving.

323

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Fat

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb Italian sausage, 2 cups sliced onions, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 2 cups cremini mushrooms, sliced, and more.

Yes, Polenta With Italian Sausage And Vegetables 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 Italian Sausage And Vegetables

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Variations & substitutions

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