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Sausage and Polenta Bake

Indulgent Sausage and Polenta Bake for Ultimate Comfort

This Sausage and Polenta Bake is a creamy, savory dish that brings ultimate comfort to your dinner table.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Polenta Base
  • 1 cup Polenta Substitution: Cornmeal can be used as a suitable alternative.
  • 4 cups Water
  • 1 cup Milk Substitution: Use unsweetened almond milk for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Substitution: Omit for vegan version.
  • 2 cups Grated Cheese Substitution: Swap cheddar for mozzarella or goat cheese.
For the Toppings
  • 4 links Sausages Substitution: Chorizo or turkey sausage can be used for flavor variation.
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • large skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Sausage and Polenta Bake
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 4 cups of water and 1 cup of milk. Heat over medium heat until gentle bubbles form. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of polenta, stirring continuously for 5-7 minutes until thickened and creamy.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of butter and half of the grated cheese (about 1 cup), seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add a diced onion, 2 cloves of minced garlic, and 1 diced bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes.
  5. Slice your choice of sausages and add them to the skillet. Cook for 8-10 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  6. In a greased baking dish, spread half of the polenta mixture on the bottom. Layer the sautéed sausage and vegetables over the polenta, then top with the remaining polenta and the remaining grated cheese.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until the top is bubbling and golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 18gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prepping and customizable based on your favorite ingredients.

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