Polenta With White Beans And Spicy Mustard Greens

Name: Polenta With White Beans And Spicy Mustard Greens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 1/2 cups water; 1 1/4 cups yellow cornmeal; 3/4 cup whole milk; 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 4 slices thick-cut bacon, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 bunch mustard greens, stems removed and leaves roughly chopped; 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

Servings: persons

4 1/2 cups water
1 1/4 cups yellow cornmeal
3/4 cup whole milk
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
4 slices thick-cut bacon, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 bunch mustard greens, stems removed and leaves roughly chopped
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

1
Bring the water and 1 tablespoon of salt to a boil in a large saucepan. Slowly whisk in the cornmeal, then reduce the heat to low and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring often, until the polenta thickens. Remove from the heat and stir in the milk, cheese, and butter. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
2
Meanwhile, place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook for about 6 minutes, until golden and crispy. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to paper towels to drain.
3
Add the garlic and red pepper flakes to the pan with the bacon grease and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Add the mustard greens, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 6 to 7 minutes, until the greens are tender and wilted. Stir in the cannellini beans and cook for another 2 minutes to warm the beans through.
4
Spoon the polenta into bowls and top with the mustard greens, cannellini beans, and bacon.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 1/2 cups water, 1 1/4 cups yellow cornmeal, 3/4 cup whole milk, 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Polenta With White Beans And Spicy Mustard Greens 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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