Crunchy Cheesy Oven-Baked Polenta

Health score
2%
Crunchy Cheesy Oven-Baked Polenta
30 min.
7
582kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your side dish game? Introducing Crunchy Cheesy Oven-Baked Polenta, a delightful blend of creamy textures and bold flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. This dish is not just a side; it’s a star that can steal the spotlight at any meal. With its golden, crispy top and rich, cheesy interior, it’s the perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or even a fresh salad.

In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this indulgent treat that serves seven, making it ideal for family gatherings or dinner parties. The combination of Gorgonzola and pecorino-Romano cheeses creates a luxurious sauce that seeps into the polenta, while the Italian-style panko breadcrumbs add a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the creamy base. A hint of garlic and fresh basil rounds out the flavors, making each bite a delicious experience.

Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your guests with a dish that’s as comforting as it is sophisticated. Crunchy Cheesy Oven-Baked Polenta is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • tablespoons butter 
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 1.5 cups whipping cream 
  • oz cheese blue crumbled
  • 0.3 cup parmesan grated
  • 17 oz polenta plain refrigerated
  • serving pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.5 cup panko bread crumbs crispy italian
  • tablespoons basil fresh chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • ladle
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 17x12-inch half-sheet pan with cooking spray.
  2. In 1 1/2-quart saucepan, cook oil, butter and garlic over medium-high heat 2 to 3 minutes or until garlic is transparent (do not let garlic burn).
  3. Add whipping cream; heat to a slight simmer. Stir in Gorgonzola cheese until melted. Stir in pecorino-Romano cheese.
  4. Remove from heat.
  5. Cut polenta into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Arrange slices in pan. Ladle cheese sauce evenly over polenta; sprinkle with pepper.
  6. Sprinkle bread crumbs evenly over top.
  7. Bake uncovered about 15 minutes.
  8. Set oven control to broil. Broil 2 to 3 minutes or until top is golden brown.
  9. Garnish with basil.
  10. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories582kcal
Protein8.87%
Fat49.85%
Carbs41.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.71
Glycemic Load
0.22
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
8.8665218068206%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:582.43kcal
29.12%
Fat:32.29g
49.67%
Saturated Fat:18.11g
113.21%
Carbohydrates:60.14g
20.05%
Net Carbohydrates:58.82g
21.39%
Sugar:2.32g
2.58%
Cholesterol:80.81mg
26.94%
Sodium:315.31mg
13.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.93g
25.86%
Selenium:17.63µg
25.19%
Vitamin A:1178.79IU
23.58%
Phosphorus:177mg
17.7%
Calcium:174.33mg
17.43%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.78%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.96%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.3%
Vitamin E:1.2mg
7.97%
Vitamin B5:0.79mg
7.95%
Magnesium:29.98mg
7.5%
Vitamin K:7.67µg
7.3%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.89%
Zinc:1.01mg
6.76%
Vitamin B3:1.33mg
6.66%
Vitamin D:0.91µg
6.1%
Iron:1.08mg
6.02%
Potassium:202.24mg
5.78%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.73%
Fiber:1.33g
5.3%
Folate:16.69µg
4.17%
Copper:0.08mg
4.04%