Sausage and Polenta-- a Layered Baked Casserole--

Name: Sausage and Polenta-- a Layered Baked Casserole--
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12 lbs sausage, casings removed; 2 onions, medium, diced; 2 fennel bulbs, chopped; 8 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons oregano, fresh, chopped (or 2t. dry); 1 teaspoon pepper, coarse; 1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes, italian do not drain; 2 cups tomato sauce, italian; 2 cups feta cheese, crumbled; ¼ cup parmesan cheese, fresh grated; 2 tablespoons Italian parsley, chopped; 1 cup coarse cornmeal; 3 cups chicken broth; 1 tablespoon butter; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1 12 lbs sausage, casings removed
2 onions, medium, diced
2 fennel bulbs, chopped
8 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons oregano, fresh, chopped (or 2t. dry)
1 teaspoon pepper, coarse
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes, italian do not drain
2 cups tomato sauce, italian
2 cups feta cheese, crumbled
¼ cup parmesan cheese, fresh grated
2 tablespoons Italian parsley, chopped
1 cup coarse cornmeal
3 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon butter
salt and pepper

1
in large skillet brown sausage and break into small pieces with onion,fennel, garlic, oregano, and pepper.
2
Drain.
3
add tomatoes and sauce.
4
simmer, uncovered 10-15 minutes.
5
in microwave safe bowl add polenta, chicken broth, and butter.
6
cover with saran wrap and microwave on high for 12 minutes.
7
Stir every 3 minutes.
8
remove, stir in salt and pepper to taste.
9
place in sprayed casserole.
10
top w/ meat mixture and the feta.
11
make the polenta recipe again.
12
place polenta on top of meat mixture and top w/ parmesan and parsley.
13
loosly cover with foil.
14
bake at 375 for 45 minutes until lightly browned and hot :O).

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 12 lbs sausage, casings removed, 2 onions, medium, diced, 2 fennel bulbs, chopped, 8 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Sausage and Polenta-- a Layered Baked Casserole-- 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!