POLENTA LASAGNE

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Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 16 to 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves chopped garlic
3 (10-ounce) bags spinach, washed, any large stems removed
Gray salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pound Italian sausage links, cooked and sliced 1/8-inch thick
2 cups fresh ricotta cheese
2 egg yolks
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
15 cups water
2 tablespoon sea salt, preferable gray salt
3 cups fine grind polenta
2 cups grated Parmesan
4 teaspoons roasted garlic oil, or extra-virgin olive oil
4 cups prepared marinara sauce
Polenta
Spinach/sausage mixture
1 cup jarred roasted, peeled and seeded yellow pepper, cut into 1-inch squares
1 cup jarred roasted, peeled and seeded red pepper, cut into 1-inch squares
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1 pound fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Ricotta mixture
  • For the spinach/sausage slices:
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the garlic and saute until lightly browned. Add half the spinach into the skillet. As soon as it wilts, add the remaining spinach. Season with salt and pepper and remove from heat. Add the sausage slices to marry the flavors together. Remove from heat.;
  • In a small bowl combine the ricotta, egg yolks, and nutmeg. Set aside.;
  • In a large saucepan, bring the water and salt to a boil. Gradually whisk in the polenta and cook over low heat for about 20 to 30 minutes, stirring often, until the grains are soft. Stir in the Parmesan and olive oil.;
  • Set aside 4 tablespoons of the marinara sauce for the top of the lasagna. In large casserole dish, layer: 6 cups of polenta, 1/2 the spinach / sausage slices, 1/2 the peppers, 1/2 the marinara sauce, 1/2 the Parmesan, and 1/2 the mozzarella slices.
  • Repeat. Top with the remaining polenta (it may not cover the top completely). Distribute the ricotta mixture over the top in small dollops. Drizzle the reserved marinara sauce on top. At this point the finished lasagna can be wrapped and refrigerated for up to a day.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Place the pan on a cookie sheet (in case it bubbles over). Bake about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until it is bubbling and hot throughout. Remove from the oven and allow it to rest for several minutes before serving.

kabeer kiyani
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This is one of my favorite recipes! The polenta lasagna is always a hit with my family and friends.


Shaikh Faisel
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I'm new to cooking and this recipe was easy to follow. The polenta lasagna turned out great and I'm so glad I tried it.


MD. Rabiul Islam
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This is a great recipe for a crowd. I made it for a party and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the polenta lasagna and I got lots of compliments.


Rauf Aslam
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I'm not a fan of polenta, so I wasn't sure if I would like this recipe. But I was pleasantly surprised! The polenta lasagna was delicious and I would definitely make it again.


Hss
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This recipe was a bit too time-consuming for my liking. It took me over an hour to make and it wasn't worth the effort.


Suchitra Bajracharya
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my polenta lasagna turned out really dry. The polenta was crumbly and the cheese filling was rubbery.


Amachukwu Samuel
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. The polenta didn't have much flavor and the cheese filling was lacking in seasoning.


Itz handsome
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This dish was a bit too heavy for my taste. The polenta was too thick and the cheese filling was too rich.


Shauna Richie
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I tried this recipe and it was amazing! The polenta lasagna was cheesy, flavorful, and so easy to make. I highly recommend this recipe!


Evie Myrddin
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This was a great recipe! The polenta lasagna was delicious and my family loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Razon Gazi
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This polenta lasagna is delicious! I love the crispy polenta crust and the creamy cheese filling. I'll definitely be making this again.


Phiona Nisha
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a winner. It's perfect for a weeknight meal because it's so quick and easy to make.


tobi strap
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This is my new favorite lasagna recipe! The polenta adds a nice twist to the classic dish. I also love that it's a bit healthier than traditional lasagna.


Ifra Khan
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Made this for dinner last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved it, even my picky kids. The polenta lasagna was cheesy, flavorful, and so easy to make. I highly recommend this recipe!