BAKED CHEESE POLENTA WITH SWISS CHARD

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
8 to 10 cups chopped Swiss chard, stems and leaves kept separate
Butter for greasing dish plus 1 tablespoon butter
2 cups lowfat milk
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup cornmeal
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup partskim grated mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook 30 seconds, then stir in the Swiss chard stems. Pour in a few tablespoons of water and cover the pan. Cook the stems 2 minutes. Remove the cover, the mix in the Swiss chard leaves. Cover the pan again and cook until the leaves wilt, about 3 minutes. Toss occasionally. Remove the pan from the heat and let cool, uncovered.
  • To make the polenta preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Butter a 2 1/2quart shallow baking dish and set it nearby. Combine the milk, water, and salt in a mediumsize saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to mediumlow and slowly drizzle in the cornmeal, whisking all the while with a wire whisk. Continue to cook and whisk the polenta until it is the consistency of mashed potatoes and tears away from the sides of the pan, about 5 minutes. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan cheese, the 1 tablespoon of butter, and the mozzarella cheese.
  • Spread half the polenta in the baking dish. Spoon on the Swiss chard and distribute it evenly. Drop on small spoonfuls of the sour cream and spread it with the back of a spoon. Spoon on the remaining polenta and spread it out. Sprinkle on the remaining tablespoon of Parmesan cheese. (The casserole may be prepared to this point and refrigerated up to 24 hours in advance. Bring to room temperature before baking.)
  • Bake the polenta for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden on top and sizzling. Do not overcook it because you want to retain its creamy interior.

udemba favour
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This dish is always a winner at my dinner parties. Everyone loves the creamy polenta, the tangy Swiss chard, and the nutty Parmesan cheese. I highly recommend it to anyone who's looking for a dish that will impress their guests.


Ahmedhashmi Hashmi
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This is a great recipe for busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I highly recommend it to anyone who's looking for a simple but delicious meal.


Mark Bawden
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This recipe is a great way to get your veggies in. The Swiss chard is packed with vitamins and minerals, and the polenta is a good source of fiber. This is a dish that you can feel good about eating.


md.Mahfuz ahamed
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This dish is the ultimate comfort food. It's warm, cheesy, and hearty, and it always makes me feel better on a cold day. I highly recommend it to anyone who's looking for a dish that will warm their soul.


MD Joshim Uddin
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This recipe is now my new favorite way to make polenta. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious. I love the combination of the creamy polenta, the tangy Swiss chard, and the nutty Parmesan cheese.


Hamza Kashi
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I've made this recipe several times, and I've never been disappointed. The polenta is always cooked perfectly, and the Swiss chard and cheese add the perfect amount of flavor. This is a dish that I'll never get tired of.


love creation
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This dish was a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone raved about how creamy and flavorful it was. I'll definitely be making it again for my next party.


Baba Ansari
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This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it to anyone who's looking for a simple but delicious meal.


Gulfam Shehzada
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I love that this dish is not only delicious, but also healthy. The polenta is a good source of fiber, and the Swiss chard is packed with vitamins and minerals. This is a meal that I can feel good about eating.


Joram Alex
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The flavors in this dish are amazing! The combination of the creamy polenta, the tangy Swiss chard, and the nutty Parmesan cheese is just perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sikha Gurung
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This was my first time making polenta, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow, and the polenta was cooked perfectly. The Swiss chard added a nice touch of flavor, and the cheese made it extra creamy and delicious.


Abdikarin muuse Abdi
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I was skeptical about the Swiss chard in this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised by how well it paired with the polenta. The bitterness of the chard really helped to cut through the richness of the cheese. This dish is now one of my new favorites


rose daniella
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This baked cheese polenta is everything I've ever wanted in a comfort food. It's warm, cheesy, and hearty, and the Swiss chard gives it a nice touch of bitterness that balances out the richness of the cheese. I highly recommend this recipe.


Adeyemi Abdulmojeed
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Just made this for dinner and it was a hit with the whole family! The polenta was creamy and cheesy, and the Swiss chard added a nice pop of flavor. Will definitely be making this again.