Polenta With Mushrooms & Sage Butter

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 13

Polenta with Mushrooms & Sage Butter is a warm, comforting dish perfect for dinner

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3 1/2 ounces instant polenta
	7/8 ounce parmesan cheese , grated
	3 1/2 ounces butter
	2 cups mixed mushrooms , halved , quatered or 2 cups sliced mushrooms ( 2 handfuls )
	3 sage leaves , shredded
	salt , to taste
	fresh ground black pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

473

Sugar

Fat

45g

Polenta with Mushrooms & Sage Butter is a rustic Italian dish that has become increasingly popular in recent years. In Italy, polenta is often served with meat or tomato sauce, but this vegetarian version is just as satisfying. The recipe combines creamy polenta with sautéed mushrooms and sage butter for a rich, earthy flavor that is perfect for chilly evenings. This dish is easy to prepare and can be made in under 30 minutes, making it a great option for busy weeknights.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.	Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan, then add the polenta slowly while whisking continuously. Reduce the heat to a simmer and continue whisking until the polenta is thick and creamy, about 5-7 minutes.
3.	Stir in the grated parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
4.	Pour the polenta onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it out evenly. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.
5.	While the polenta is baking, melt the butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and sage leaves and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6.	Spoon the mushroom mixture over the baked polenta and serve.

PROS

Polenta with Mushrooms & Sage Butter is an easy, tasty vegetarian dish that can be made in under 30 minutes.

The creamy polenta is the perfect base for the earthy mushrooms and buttery sage, creating a balanced flavor profile.

This recipe is also gluten-free and low in calories.

CONS

Polenta with Mushrooms & Sage Butter may not be suitable for those who are lactose intolerant or vegan due to the butter and parmesan cheese.

If you do not enjoy mushrooms, this dish may not be for you.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Polenta is a great source of dietary fiber and can help regulate digestion and keep you feeling full for longer periods of time.
The mushrooms in this recipe are a good source of protein and B vitamins, and sage is a natural anti-inflammatory that can help boost the immune system.