Cheesy Polenta with Mushroom Sauté

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
10%
Cheesy Polenta with Mushroom Sauté
20 min.
4
384kcal

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Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Cheesy Polenta with Mushroom Sauté, a dish that perfectly marries comfort and sophistication. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 20 minutes, but it also serves as a hearty main course that will satisfy your cravings for something warm and filling.

Imagine a velvety base of instant polenta, infused with the goodness of 2% reduced-fat milk and topped with a generous layer of melted fontal or fontina cheese. The polenta is complemented by a savory sauté of presliced cremini and exotic mushrooms, enhanced with fresh herbs like thyme and oregano, and a hint of garlic. The addition of fresh lemon juice brightens the dish, balancing the richness of the cheese and the earthiness of the mushrooms.

Perfect for lunch or dinner, this dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also provides a wholesome caloric breakdown, making it a guilt-free indulgence. With 384 calories per serving, you can enjoy a satisfying meal that is both nutritious and delicious. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself to a cozy night in, Cheesy Polenta with Mushroom Sauté is sure to impress and delight everyone at the table.

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black
  • ounce pre cremini mushrooms 
  • ounces fontina shredded divided
  • teaspoon thyme leaves fresh minced
  •  garlic cloves chopped
  • teaspoons juice of lemon fresh
  • cups milk 2% reduced-fat
  • ounce exotic mushroom blend chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano fresh minced
  • 0.8 cup polenta instant
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable broth organic
  • 1.5 cups vegetable broth organic

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a skillet over high heat.
  2. Add mushrooms; saut 4 minutes.
  3. Add herbs and garlic; saut 1 minute. Stir in 1/3 cup broth, juice, and pepper.
  4. Bring milk and 1 1/2 cups broth to a boil. Stir in polenta; cook 4 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in half of cheese and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Divide polenta among 4 gratin dishes; top with remaining cheese. Broil 5 minutes. Top each serving with 1/2 cup mushrooms.

Nutrition Facts

Calories384kcal
Protein17.03%
Fat43.39%
Carbs39.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
65.25
Glycemic Load
1.76
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
17.208695453146%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.23mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:384.13kcal
19.21%
Fat:18.88g
29.05%
Saturated Fat:7.96g
49.73%
Carbohydrates:38.75g
12.92%
Net Carbohydrates:36.27g
13.19%
Sugar:9.94g
11.04%
Cholesterol:42.33mg
14.11%
Sodium:867.9mg
37.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.67g
33.34%
Selenium:30.44µg
43.48%
Vitamin B2:0.7mg
40.92%
Phosphorus:364.6mg
36.46%
Calcium:320.14mg
32.01%
Vitamin B3:4.9mg
24.51%
Vitamin B5:2.41mg
24.09%
Copper:0.41mg
20.65%
Zinc:2.93mg
19.55%
Vitamin B12:1.16µg
19.31%
Potassium:669.29mg
19.12%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.71%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.52%
Vitamin A:701.11IU
14.02%
Magnesium:43.74mg
10.93%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.6%
Fiber:2.48g
9.93%
Folate:32.03µg
8.01%
Vitamin E:1.18mg
7.85%
Vitamin K:6.97µg
6.64%
Iron:1.11mg
6.18%
Vitamin C:2.71mg
3.29%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
3.02%
Source:My Recipes