Fried Polenta

March 07, 2013

Polenta has been dubbed by some as “Italian grits” and is still known as a peasant food in most parts of Italy. Peasant food or food fit for a king, either way it is delicious! Prepare this several hours before serving. Make a quick and easy Italian Sausage Marinara and served it on top of the fried polenta.

5 cups water
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 ¼ cup of medium grain, yellow cornmeal
?-¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup freshly grated Parmesano Reggiano cheese
2 tablespoons butter

1. In a large saucepan, place the 5 cups of water and the salt. Bring to a boil and add cornmeal gradually by handfuls stirring to avoid lumps. When the mixture starts to thicken, approximately 3 minutes,...
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Nutritions

Calories
93

Sodium
668mg
27% DV

Fat
11g
17% DV

Protein
4g
9% DV

Carbs
5g
1% DV

Fiber
2g
8% DV

PER SERVING ^*

% DAILY VALUE^*

Fat

Saturated Fat 5g 29%

Polysaturated Fat 1g 11%

Monosaturated Fat 3g 21%

Cholesterol 19mg 6%

Sodium 668mg 27%

Potassium 52mg 1%

Protein 4g 9%

% DAILY VALUE^*

Total Carbohydrate

Fiber 2g 8%

Sugar 1.0g 2%

Vitamin A 276IU 5%

Vitamin B6 1mg 91%

Vitamin C 4mg 6%

Calcium 107mg 10%

Iron 1mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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