Best 4 Polenta Fries With Blue Cheese Dip Recipes

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**Polenta fries with blue cheese dip: A delightful appetizer or side dish**

Polenta fries are a crispy, flavorful snack or side dish made from cornmeal that are perfect for any occasion. Served with a creamy, tangy blue cheese dip, these polenta fries are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. This recipe provides step-by-step instructions for making both the fries and the dip, using simple ingredients and easy-to-follow techniques. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, you'll find everything you need to know to create this delicious dish. So, let's get cooking!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BLUE CHEESE FRENCH FRIES



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A very rich creamy way to dress up French fries.

Provided by BELFLOREK

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (28 ounce) package frozen French fries (such as Ore Ida®)
3 slices bacon, sliced into 1/4-inch pieces
1 tablespoon butter
¼ cup minced scallions
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ cup blue cheese crumbles
2 tablespoons half-and-half

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Spread French fries in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden and crisp, 24 to 34 minutes.
  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat; cook and stir until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels, reserving some of the bacon grease in the skillet. Slice into 1/4-inch strips.
  • Stir butter into the bacon grease and set skillet over medium heat; add scallions and garlic. Cook and stir until scallions are soft and browning, about 5 minutes. Add blue cheese; cook and stir with a spatula until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in half-and-half until sauce is smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 2 minutes.
  • Arrange fries on a plate and drizzle sauce over fries. Sprinkle bacon strips on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.2 calories, Carbohydrate 48.1 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Fat 23 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 416.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

POLENTA FRIES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/3 cups whole milk
2 cups polenta
Kosher salt
Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing
1/2 cup grated gruyere cheese
3 tablespoons unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Bring 7 cups water to a simmer in a large saucepan. Combine 4 cups of the hot water and the milk in a heatproof bowl (the bowl should fit over the saucepan). Gradually whisk in the polenta and 2 teaspoons salt. Cover the bowl tightly with foil and set over the simmering water; do not let the bowl touch the water. Cook until very thick, 20 minutes. Meanwhile, brush a 9-inch square baking dish with olive oil.
  • Stir the cheese and butter into the polenta. Spread in the prepared dish and refrigerate until set, at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Slice the chilled polenta into eighteen 4 1/2-by-1-inch sticks and transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the sticks with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Bake until golden, 30 to 35 minutes, turning halfway through.

BLUE CHEESE POLENTA FRIES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 43m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 quarts water
1 tablespoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 ounces butter
1 pound course yellow cornmeal, plus more for breading
1 cup blue cheese, grated or crumbled fine
1 tablespoon garlic puree
1/2 bunch cilantro, chiffonade
3 cups canola oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Combine water, salt, pepper, and butter, and bring to boil. Slowly, in a thin stream, whisk in the cornmeal. When it starts to bubble turn off heat or it will splatter (the mix is very hot at this stage and can burn). Stir with wooden spoon, partially cover and leave on the warm stovetop, stirring every few minutes so it does not stick, for 30 minutes. When thick, remove from warm stovetop, and add cheese, garlic, and cilantro. Mix well. Pour into a 1 by 8 by 12-inch sheet tray or baking dish. Smooth out the mixture until it is level. Chill until firm, about 2 to 3 hours.
  • Preheat the canola oil in a deep pot to 350 degrees F.
  • Cut polenta in strips, about 1 1/2 by 3 inches. Lightly bread the polenta "fries" with cornmeal. Deep fry in hot oil for 2 to 4 minutes or until crispy.

CREAMY BLUE CHEESE POLENTA



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Make and share this Creamy Blue Cheese Polenta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by me alex

Categories     Grains

Time 35m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups water
4 cups milk
2 cups polenta
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup butter
4 ounces blue cheese
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Heat milk and water in heavy bottomed sauce pan and bring to simmer over medium heat. be careful not to boil.
  • Whisk in polenta in slow stream. Bring to a boil, then turn heat to low.
  • Continue to stir, adding more water if it gets too thick.
  • Stir every few minutes and continue cooking for 25 to 30 minutes, adding water when needed.
  • Remove from heat and add sour cream, butter and blue cheese. Season with salt & pepper to taste.

Tips:

  • To make the perfect polenta fries, use fresh polenta that has been cooked and cooled. If you don't have time to make your own polenta, you can use pre-cooked polenta tubes or logs.
  • Cut the polenta into thick, even sticks. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from falling apart.
  • Coat the polenta fries in a mixture of olive oil, salt, and pepper before baking. This will help them crisp up and get golden brown.
  • Bake the polenta fries at a high temperature (400 degrees Fahrenheit) for about 20 minutes, or until they are crispy and cooked through.
  • Serve the polenta fries immediately with your favorite dipping sauce. The blue cheese dip in this recipe is a great option, but you can also try marinara sauce, pesto, or ranch dressing.

Conclusion:

Polenta fries are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or game days, and they can also be served as a side dish to main meals. With their crispy exterior and creamy interior, polenta fries are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for something new to make, give polenta fries a try. You won't be disappointed!

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