CREAMY POLENTA WITH CORN, PARMESAN AND ARUGULA

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This creamy, peppery and mouthwatering vegetarian dish is easy on the budget as well as the eyes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons butter
1 cup sliced onions (2 medium)
1 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 cups water
2 cups milk
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 bag (12 oz) frozen corn
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (4 oz)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups loosely packed baby arugula (about half of 5-oz container)

Steps:

  • In 3-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and 1 teaspoon salt; sauté 4 to 7 minutes or until onions are translucent. Add water, milk and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Increase heat to medium-high; heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
  • Very slowly stir in cornmeal with whisk. Continue cooking and stirring until thickened slightly. Stir in frozen corn; cover. Reduce heat to low; cook 5 minutes. Reserve 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese. Stir remaining cheese into polenta.
  • In large bowl, beat oil, vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper with whisk until well blended. Add arugula; toss to coat.
  • Divide polenta among 4 bowls. Top each serving with salad; sprinkle with reserved tablespoon cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Carbohydrate 63 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 4 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1260 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 1/2 g

Clement Ezeugo
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This polenta dish is a great way to use up leftover polenta. I had some leftover polenta from a previous meal and I decided to make this dish. I'm so glad I did! The polenta was delicious and the corn and Parmesan cheese added a nice flavor. I also l


Aadan Muxumad
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This polenta dish is a great comfort food. It's warm and creamy, and the corn and Parmesan cheese add a nice flavor. I also like the addition of arugula, which gives the dish a nice freshness. Overall, this is a great recipe for a cold winter night.


apollonia “Onia” Panning
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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 corn and Parmesan cheese added a nice touch. I also liked the addition of arugula, which gave the dish a nice peppery flavor. Overall, th


Eliza Grigsby
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This polenta dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and even just for dinner at home. It's always a hit. I love the way the corn and Parmesan cheese add flavor and texture to the polenta. It's als


Md Shariful
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I made this polenta for a party I had last weekend and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the way the Parmesan cheese melted and browned on top. It gave the dish a nice crispy crust. I will definitely be making this again.


M Paz
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This polenta dish is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your kids' diet. My kids love the creamy texture and the sweet corn. I also like that it's a relatively healthy dish. It's made with whole grain polenta and it's low in fat. Overall, this


Shiva Dutta Devkota
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I've made this polenta recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's so creamy and flavorful. I love the addition of corn and Parmesan cheese. It's also a very versatile dish. I've served it as a side dish, a main course, and even as a breakfa


Raihanur Rahman Official.
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This polenta recipe is a great way to use up leftover corn. I had some corn on the cob that was about to go bad, so I decided to make this dish. I'm so glad I did! The polenta was delicious and the corn added a nice sweetness. I also liked the additi


Chioma Precious
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I made this polenta last night and it was a hit with my family! The kids loved the creamy texture and the cheesy flavor. I liked that it was a relatively quick and easy dish to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Shauna Dubois
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This polenta dish is a delightful symphony of flavors and textures. The creaminess of the polenta pairs perfectly with the sweet corn, salty Parmesan, and peppery arugula. I especially enjoyed the crispy Parmesan crust that formed on top of the polen