BAKED POLENTA SQUARES WITH MEDITERRANEAN TOPPINGS

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Just one example of how leftover polenta can be put to use, these garnished squares are an easy, casual snack or hors d'oeuvre. When baked, the pieces develop a crisp surface but retain their creamy center. For more detailed instructions, see our how-to.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 pieces set polenta (about 1/2 batch) Basic Polenta (Soft or Set), cut into bite-size squares
Extra-virgin olive oil
Spanish piquillo peppers, or other roasted red peppers, cut into thin strips
Pitted Nicoise olives
Olive tapenade
Fresh ricotta cheese
Fresh herbs such as marjoram, oregano, or basil, leaves torn

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place polenta about 1/2 inch apart on an oiled baking sheet, and bake, flipping halfway through, until crisp, about 45 minutes total. Let cool 5 to 10 minutes. Top as desired. Serve warm.

Md Abul Hasan
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others. It's easy to make and delicious. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover polenta.


Chancel Lihau
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These polenta squares were a great way to get my kids to eat vegetables. They loved the colorful toppings.


Jeremiah Alexander
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I thought these polenta squares were delicious. The combination of flavors and textures was perfect.


siyam uddin
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These polenta squares are a great make-ahead meal. I made them on the weekend and reheated them for dinner during the week.


Daniel Harburg
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my polenta squares turned out dry and crumbly. I think I might have overcooked the polenta.


Afzaal Akhtar
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These polenta squares were a great way to use up leftover polenta. I added some extra vegetables to the toppings, and they were a hit with my family.


Charity Job
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The polenta squares were a little bland for my taste. I think I would have preferred a more flavorful topping.


Majba Mahid
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I loved the idea of using polenta as a base for these squares. It was a great way to change up my usual dinner routine.


Phurba Moktan
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These polenta squares were easy to make and so delicious. I'll definitely be making them again.


Md khokon Md khokon
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I'm not usually a fan of polenta, but this recipe changed my mind. The polenta was creamy and flavorful, and the toppings were the perfect complement.


Super Boy
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These polenta squares were a hit at my dinner party! The combination of flavors from the Mediterranean toppings was incredible. I especially loved the salty feta and briny olives.