ITALIAN PORK CHILI WITH POLENTA RECIPE - (4.5/5)

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Italian Pork Chili with Polenta Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by jenlin

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 large red bell pepper
2 tablespoons EVOO
8 ounces bulk hot Italian sausage or 5 ounces coarsely grated Calabrese salami
4 ounces pancetta, finely diced
1 pound ground pork
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
3 to 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 mild or 2 hot fresh red chile peppers, seeded and very finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 sprig fresh oregano, finely chopped
1/4 cup tomato paste
1/2 cup dry red wine
4 to 5 cups chicken stock
1 cup whole milk
1 cup quick-cooking polenta
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup grated pecorino, plus more for serving
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Roast the bell pepper over a gas flame, turning with tongs, or broil until the skin is blackened. Transfer to a bowl, cover and let cool. Peel, seed and chop the pepper. Heat the EVOO in a Dutch oven or other heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and pancetta and cook until well browned. Add the ground pork, thyme, fennel seeds, garlic, chile peppers, onions, oregano and roasted red peppers and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Deglaze with the wine, stirring and scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon. Add 2 to 3 cups chicken stock and simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to combine. Bring 2 cups chicken stock and the milk to a low boil in a saucepan. Whisk in the polenta and cook, whisking, until thick but pourable, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat. Add the butter and then the cheese, stirring until melted. Season with salt and pepper. Ladle the polenta into shallow bowls and hollow out the center. Fill with the chili and top with more cheese. Garnish with parsley. Cook's Note: The chili can be covered and refrigerated for a make-ahead meal. Reheat over medium heat, and prepare the polenta before serving.

Bishal costa
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This chili is so flavorful and comforting. The polenta is a great addition and makes it a complete meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Rs Rafi
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I made this chili for my family and they loved it! The polenta was a great addition and made it a hearty and satisfying meal.


Brandon McNeil
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This chili is delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of pork and polenta. It's a great meal for a cold winter day.


abdelatif idouaban
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I'm not a big fan of chili, but this recipe changed my mind. The flavors are so well-balanced and the polenta is a great addition. I'll definitely be making this again.


Dildar Mukhtar Official
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This chili is a great way to warm up on a cold day. The polenta is a nice touch and makes it a more substantial meal.


sumayya Muhammad Adamu
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This chili is amazing! The polenta is the perfect addition and makes it a complete meal. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Destinee Davis
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I've tried many chili recipes over the years, but this one is by far my favorite. The combination of pork, spices, and polenta is perfect. I highly recommend this recipe!


Erickson Babel
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This chili is so good! The flavors are complex and the polenta is creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Alessio Ruddle
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I made this chili for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the polenta was a great addition. I'll definitely be making this again.


Michael Salahoris
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This chili is delicious and easy to make. I especially love the addition of polenta, which makes it a hearty and satisfying meal.


nahla darwish
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I love this chili! It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. The polenta is a great addition and really rounds out the dish.


alexis ogletree
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This was my first time making chili and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the dish was ready in no time. I'll definitely be making this again.


Asad Nauman
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This chili is so flavorful and hearty. The polenta is a great addition and makes it a complete meal. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy chili recipe.


Jeff Yuo
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I've made this chili several times now and it never disappoints. It's always a crowd-pleaser and I love that it can be made ahead of time. The leftovers are just as good the next day.


ecaterina cirlig
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This recipe was so easy to follow and the results were phenomenal. The chili had just the right amount of heat and the polenta was cooked to perfection. I'll be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.


Ronniesa Brandon
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Just made this chili and it was AMAZING! The polenta was the perfect addition and really took the dish to the next level. Will definitely be making this again soon.


Ch Dharmapala
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This Italian Pork Chili with Polenta was an absolute hit with my family! The flavors were incredibly rich and complex, with a perfect balance of spice and smokiness. The polenta was creamy and added a wonderful texture to the dish. Highly recommend!