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Creamy Polenta With Roasted Beets

A comforting dish of creamy polenta paired with sweet and earthy roasted beets.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Polenta

  • 1 cup polenta
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Roasted Beets

  • 3 medium beets peeled and cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the beet wedges with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet and roast for 30-35 minutes, until tender.
  2. In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Gradually whisk in the polenta. Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 30 minutes.
  3. Stir in the milk, butter, and Parmesan cheese. Cook for another 5 minutes, until creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Serve the creamy polenta topped with the roasted beets.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Comfort Food
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