Strangely Sumptuous Polenta Chili Recipe

Name: Strangely Sumptuous Polenta Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 red onion, chopped; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 8 ounces vegetarian sausages; 15 ounces pinto beans, canned; 12 ounces beer; ½ cup bell pepper, chopped; 2 roma tomatoes, chopped; 16 ounces polenta; hot sauce; maple syrup

Servings: persons

1
Saute onion and garlic in a little bit of oil for 5-10 minutes.
2
Add vegan sausage in slices or chunks and brown.
3
Add beans and beer.
4
Cover and simmer 5 minutes.
5
Add peppers and tomatoes.
6
Add polenta, breaking up into smaller pieces.
7
Turn down heat, cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
8
Add hot sauce to taste.
9
Simmer for another 2-3 minutes, and mix in a splash of maple syrup right before serving.
10
For Vegan make sure your vegetarian sausages are Vegan and contain no egg product or milk product.
11
Some vegetarian sausages contain those products.

275

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 red onion, chopped, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 8 ounces vegetarian sausages, 15 ounces pinto beans, canned, and more.

Yes, Strangely Sumptuous Polenta Chili falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Strangely Sumptuous Polenta Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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