Polenta Gratin with Mushrooms and Fontina

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
29%
Polenta Gratin with Mushrooms and Fontina
45 min.
3
649kcal

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If you're on the hunt for a delicious vegetarian side dish that's both comforting and elegant, look no further than Polenta Gratin with Mushrooms and Fontina. This scrumptious recipe is a perfect blend of flavors and textures, featuring creamy polenta layered with savory mushrooms, aromatic garlic, and the rich, melty goodness of Fontina cheese. Not only is it gluten-free, but it's also a great way to incorporate wholesome ingredients like fresh basil and sun-dried tomato Alfredo sauce into your meal.

This dish is perfect for any occasion, whether you're serving it at a family dinner, a festive gathering, or as a delightful complement to a main course. With the earthy notes of sautéed mushrooms and the lusciousness of melted cheese, each bite is an absolute indulgence. Plus, it comes together in just 45 minutes, making it a great option for busy weeknights or special culinary adventures alike. Polenta Gratin is not just a side—it's a dish that will impress even the most discerning of palates and leave your guests raving about the flavors.

So gather your ingredients and get ready to elevate your dining experience with this delightful vegetarian creation that guarantees to warm your heart and satisfy your cravings!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon bottled garlic minced
  • ounce fontina shredded
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
  • ounce mushrooms 
  • 16 ounce polenta cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup sun-dried olives (such as Classico)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 50
  2. Arrange polenta slices in an 11 x 7-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray, allowing slices to overlap.
  3. Heat a medium nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
  4. Add mushrooms; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in garlic and salt. Cover, reduce heat, and cook 2 minutes. Stir in Alfredo sauce and basil.
  5. Spoon mushroom mixture evenly over polenta. Top with cheese.
  6. Bake at 500 for 7 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

Nutrition Facts

Calories649kcal
Protein12.28%
Fat7.47%
Carbs80.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
63
Glycemic Load
2.35
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
16.937825948%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:648.81kcal
32.44%
Fat:5.39g
8.3%
Saturated Fat:2.14g
13.38%
Carbohydrates:130.39g
43.46%
Net Carbohydrates:125.64g
45.69%
Sugar:7.23g
8.03%
Cholesterol:10.96mg
3.65%
Sodium:288.12mg
12.53%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.95g
39.91%
Selenium:35.02µg
50.03%
Vitamin B3:5.69mg
28.47%
Copper:0.54mg
27.13%
Vitamin B2:0.45mg
26.28%
Phosphorus:255.27mg
25.53%
Potassium:885.44mg
25.3%
Manganese:0.47mg
23.7%
Vitamin B1:0.33mg
21.89%
Vitamin B5:2.17mg
21.75%
Fiber:4.75g
18.98%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.65%
Magnesium:74.36mg
18.59%
Iron:3.12mg
17.31%
Vitamin K:14.28µg
13.6%
Vitamin A:622.31IU
12.45%
Zinc:1.62mg
10.82%
Vitamin C:7.26mg
8.8%
Calcium:77.39mg
7.74%
Folate:30.7µg
7.67%
Vitamin B12:0.19µg
3.15%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.39%
Source:My Recipes