Best 3 Creamy Pumpkin Polenta Recipes
Indulge in a culinary journey with our creamy pumpkin polenta, a delectable dish that combines the earthy flavors of pumpkin with the creamy texture of polenta. This versatile recipe can be prepared in under an hour and is perfect for a cozy dinner or a hearty brunch. With two variations – a classic version and a vegan one – it caters to diverse dietary preferences. Explore the taste of tradition with our classic creamy pumpkin polenta, where sautéed onion, garlic, and herbs enhance the natural sweetness of pumpkin purée. For a plant-based delight, try our vegan creamy pumpkin polenta, where almond milk and nutritional yeast create a rich and creamy texture. Both variations are topped with toasted walnuts and fresh herbs, adding a delightful crunch and aromatic finish. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this flavorful and comforting dish.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CREAMY PUMPKIN POLENTA
Sometimes I like to hollow out a pumpkin and serve this creamy, hearty polenta inside it. The salted pumpkin seeds add a fun crunch. -Debi George, Mansfield, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large heavy saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil., Reduce heat to a gentle boil; slowly whisk in cornmeal and nutmeg. Cook and stir with a wooden spoon for 15-20 minutes or until polenta is thickened and pulls away cleanly from the sides of the pan. Stir in pumpkin and cream cheese until smooth. Sprinkle each serving with pumpkin seeds if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 453mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CREAMY OVEN-BAKED POLENTA WITH PUMPKIN
Easiest polenta ever! Bakes up creamy and delicious. You (ok, I) will never make polenta on the stovetop again.
Provided by Nancy
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes Polenta Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a 3-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
- Combine water, milk, cornmeal, and salt in the prepared baking dish; mix well. It's normal for the mixture to separate a bit.
- Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and stir in pumpkin, Jarlsberg, 1/2 of the Parmigiano-Reggiano, sour cream, nutmeg, pepper, and salt. Return to the oven and bake for 10 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and top with remaining Parmigiano-Reggiano. Turn on the broiler.
- Broil until top is brown and bubbly, about 3 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Cholesterol 33.2 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 919.7 mg, Sugar 6.8 g
CREAMY PUMPKIN POLENTA
This rich polenta makes a unique side dish. Use it instead of the typical potatoes or rice at holiday meals. Can be made vegetarian by using vegetable stock!
Provided by Cynna
Categories Christmas
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring water or stock and salt to boil. Reduce heat to a simmer.
- Stir in pumpkin.
- SLOWLY pour in corn meal while continuously stirring.
- An easy way of doing this is to pick up handfuls of cornmeal and let it run through your fingers in a very SLOW stream. NEVER STOP STIRRING.
- If mixture gets too thick and impossible to stir, add more boiling liquid.
- Once cornmeal has been added, stir in the small pieces of cream cheese (a little at a time) until cheese is completely melted and incorporated into the mixture.
- Continue cooking and stirring for about twenty minutes.
- If you don't cook the polenta long enough, you won't achieve the proper creamy consistency.
- Continue to add additional liquid as necessary.
- The proper consistency should be that of a thick Cream Of Wheat Cereal.
- Your spoon should be able to stand straight up when stuck in the middle and the mixture should pull away from the sides of the pot.
- Serve with pat of butter and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.3, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 6, Sodium 683.4, Carbohydrate 29.5, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 3.7, Protein 7.5
Tips:
- For a smoother polenta, use a blender or food processor to puree the cooked polenta until it is completely smooth.
- If you don't have a blender or food processor, you can also mash the polenta with a potato masher until it is smooth.
- To make the polenta ahead of time, cook it according to the package directions and then let it cool completely. Once it is cool, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate it for up to 3 days.
- When you're ready to serve the polenta, reheat it over medium heat until it is warmed through. You can also add some milk or cream to the polenta to make it creamier.
Conclusion:
This creamy pumpkin polenta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a fall dinner. The polenta is creamy and flavorful, and the pumpkin adds a touch of sweetness and spice. This dish can be served as a main course or a side dish, and it is sure to please everyone at the table.
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