Baked Polenta with Chunky Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

April 05, 2014

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This Baked Polenta with Chunky Roasted Red Pepper Sauce uses healthy convenience foods to create a deliciousmeal that is ready in minutes.

1 tbsp. olive oil
2 garlic cloves, pressed or minced
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes, optional
1 14.5-oz. can diced tomatoes
1 12-oz. jar roasted red peppers, chopped
5 large leaves fresh basil, roughly chopped (plus additional for serving)
1 18-oz. tube prepared polenta
1 cup shredded Italian blend cheese (I like Trader Joe’s Quattro Formaggio)
salt and pepper, to taste

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Add olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt to a large skillet. Turn burner on to medium heat and, when hot, saute 1 – 2 minutes or until fragrant. To...
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Nutritions

Calories
44

Sodium
48mg
2% DV

Fat
3g
5% DV

Protein
1g
3% DV

Carbs
1g
0% DV

Fiber
0.5g
2% DV