Oven Polenta from Kings Cooking Studio

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0

Oven Polenta from Kings Cooking Studio - A Creamy and Cheesy Comfort Dish

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

425

Sugar

Fat

26 g

Oven Polenta from Kings Cooking Studio is a creamy and cheesy dish that originates from Northern Italy. It can be served as a side dish or a main course. This dish is a casserole-style dish, where the cooked polenta is baked in the oven to give a beautiful golden crust. The cheese content makes it an indulgent dish that is perfect for a cold winter night or a gathering with family and friends. The dish is easy to make and requires minimal ingredients, which makes it a great dish for busy weeknights. Polenta, the main ingredient in this dish, is made of cornmeal and is a staple food in many countries worldwide.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2.	In a large saucepan, bring the water and milk to a boil over medium heat.
3.	Whisk in the cornmeal, olive oil, salt, and red pepper flakes, stirring continuously until the mixture comes to a boil.
4.	Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until it starts to pull away from the sides of the pan.
5.	Mix in the grated asiago cheese and stir until well blended.
6.	Pour the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish or an 8-inch square baking dish.
7.	Smooth the top with a spatula and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
8.	Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
9.	Slice and serve immediately as a side dish or an appetizing main course.

PROS

Oven Polenta from Kings Cooking Studio is a creamy and cheesy dish that is filling, comforting, and easy to make.

The dish can be served as a side dish or a main course.

It is also a great dish for vegetarians.

It is a perfect dish to enjoy during winters as it can be comforting and warms you up.

It is a gluten-free dish as it is made of cornmeal.

CONS

The dish is high in calories due to the cheese content.

The dish can be a bit heavy for some people because of the cheese.

It requires a lot of stirring.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Oven Polenta from Kings Cooking Studio has some health benefits as it is made of cornmeal, which is a good source of dietary fiber.
It also provides a good source of protein and iron.
The dish is gluten-free, making it perfect for people who have gluten intolerance.

	1 cup cornmeal , coarse ( Indian Head or Hodgson Mills )
	2 cups water
	2 cups milk
	3 tablespoons olive oil
	2 teaspoons kosher salt
	1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
	1 1/2 - 2 cups asiago cheese , grated