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 looking for a delightful side dish that is not only vegetarian and gluten-free but also bursting with flavor, look no further than this Polenta Gratin with Mushrooms and Fontina. Imagine a comforting layer of creamy polenta, perfectly complemented by Earthy mushrooms sautéed with garlic and fresh basil, all topped with gooey, melted Fontina cheese. It's a dish that brings a cozy warmth to any meal and is sure to impress your dinner guests.

This recipe is perfect for those evenings when you want something special without spending hours in the kitchen. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a meal that looks as good as it tastes. The magic of this dish lies in the exquisite balance of savory mushroom and rich Alfredo sauce, which meld seamlessly with the polenta, creating a texture that is downright irresistible. Plus, the fresh basil adds a pop of color and a burst of brightness to every bite.

With its hearty ingredients and decadent flavors, this Polenta Gratin is not just a side dish; it can effortlessly stand alone as a satisfying vegetarian entrée. Ideal for a festive gathering or a cozy family dinner, this dish will quickly become a favorite on your dining table. Get ready to indulge your senses and treat yourself to a culinary experience that is both comforting and fancy!

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