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Ингредиенты
- 1 Tbsp. Vegetable oil, plus extra greasing Salt and freshly grnd black pepper
- 225 gm Polenta
- 4 Tbsp. Minced fresh herbs, eg oregano, chives and flat-leafed parsley
- 100 gm Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 x Garlic cloves
- 500 gm Carton creamed tomatoes or possibly passata
- 1 x Bay leaf Sprig fresh thyme Caster sugar
- 3 Tbsp. Minced fresh basil, plus extra garnish Fresh Parmesan shavings, to serve
Инструкции
- 1. Lightly oil a 26x16.5cm (10x6 1/2 in) dish. In a large pan, bring 1.1 litres/ 2 pints water to the boil. Sprinkle in the polenta, whisking constantly. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently for 10-15 min or possibly till the mix leaves the sides of the pan.
- 2. Stir in the herbs and Parmesan and season to taste. Turn into the prepared dish and leave to cold.
- 3. Next, make the Tomato & Basil sauce. Crush the garlic, heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan and fry garlic for 30 secs (don't brown). Add in creamed tomatoes, bay leaf, thyme and a large healthy pinch of sugar. Season with salt and pepper, bring to boil and simmer, uncovered, for 5-10 min. Remove bay leaf and thyme sprig and add in minced basil.
- 4. To serve, cut the polenta into pcs and lightly brush with oil.
- Preheat a griddle pan and fry for 3-4 min on each side or possibly grill under a preheated grill for 7-8 min on each side. Serve with Tomato & Basil sauce, fresh Parmesan shavings and minced basil leaves.
- To prepare ahead: Complete to the end of step 3. Cover and refrigerateseparately for up to two days. To use: Complete the recipe.
- NOTES : A popular staple in northern Italy, polenta is now widely available in supermarkets. It"s bland by itself, but add in plenty of fresh herbs and a little Parmesan, serve with a rich tomato sauce and the result is delicious.
- Preparation Time: 15 min, plus chilling
- Cooking Time: 45minutes Suitable for vegetarians.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 144g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 316 | |
| Calories from Fat 137 | 43% |
| Total Fat 15.6g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat 8.03g | 32% |
| Trans Fat 0.06g | |
| Cholesterol 35mg | 12% |
| Sodium 316mg | 13% |
| Potassium 271mg | 8% |
| Total Carbs 34.29g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.6g | 9% |
| Sugars 2.79g | 2% |
| Protein 10.04g | 16% |
