MEDITERRANEAN POLENTA CUPS

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Need a special appetizer that stands out in a crowd? Our Test Kitchen uses garlic, basil and feta cheese to lend flavor to these scrumptious bite-size treats.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 plum tomatoes, finely chopped
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Reduce heat to a gentle boil; slowly whisk in cornmeal. Cook and stir with a wooden spoon for 15-20 minutes or until polenta is thickened and pulls away cleanly from the sides of the pan. Remove from the heat; stir in thyme and pepper. , Spoon heaping tablespoonfuls into miniature muffin cups coated with cooking spray. Using the back of a spoon, make an indentation in the center of each. Cover and chill until set. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, feta cheese, basil and garlic. , Unmold polenta cups and place on an ungreased baking sheet. Top each with 1 heaping tablespoon of tomato mixture. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 26 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 62mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Mdhafijul Matubbar
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Yum!


Lalijoonstan Elghorfi
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The polenta is easy to make and the roasted vegetables are a great way to get your daily dose of veggies. I also like that this recipe is relatively healthy.


Jamil Ahmed
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy polenta and the roasted vegetables. The feta cheese and herbs added a nice touch of flavor. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Brandy Hammonds
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning, or maybe some cheese or sauce. The polenta itself was a bit dry and crumbly. I wouldn't make this recipe again.


Helen M
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Not bad!


Gowtom Dash
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This was a fun recipe to try. I had never worked with polenta before, but it was easier than I thought it would be. The finished dish was delicious and looked really impressive. I will definitely make this again!


Stephen Daniels
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I've made it several times for friends and family, and they all love it too. The polenta is creamy and flavorful, and the roasted vegetables are always perfectly cooked. I highl


Franceska Delilaj
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Meh.


Gulzar Hussain
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I tried this recipe last night and it turned out great! The polenta was a little bland on its own, but the roasted vegetables and feta cheese really brought it to life. I also added a bit of garlic and oregano to the polenta for extra flavor. Overall


Anjali gamer
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This Mediterranean Polenta Cups recipe was a hit with my family! The polenta was creamy and flavorful, and the roasted vegetables were perfectly tender and juicy. The feta cheese and herbs added a nice touch of tang and freshness. I will definitely b