SOFT POLENTA WITH MUSHROOMS AND SPINACH

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Soft Polenta with Mushrooms and Spinach image

In this easy dinner, instant polenta, mushrooms, spinach and an egg get you a plate of comfort food for one in only 15 minutes.

Provided by Janneke Vreugdenhil

Categories     HarperCollins     Dinner     Mushroom     Spinach     Vegetarian     Parmesan     Quick & Easy     Soy Free     Peanut Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free

Yield 1 serving, with leftovers

Number Of Ingredients 9

150 g (about 1 cup) instant polenta
75 g (2.6 ounces) Parmesan cheese (about 3/4 cup grated)
Olive oil, for greasing and frying
150 g (5 1/4 ounces) mushrooms (just one kind or a mixture), sliced into smaller pieces, if necessary
1 garlic clove, crushed
150 g (5 1/4 ounces) baby leaf spinach
1 egg
A small knob of butter
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to season

Steps:

  • In a pan, bring 3 cups water to a boil with a pinch of salt. Stir with a whisk as you sprinkle the polenta into the boiling water. Let the mixture cook for 3-5 minutes, or for the time given in the packet instructions. Add extra (boiling) water if necessary, the polenta should be nice and soft. Grate in nearly all of the Parmesan. Taste and season with freshly ground pepper and more salt, if necessary.
  • When cooked, pour half of the polenta onto a flat plate that you've greased with olive oil, cover with plastic wrap and put in the fridge for tomorrow.
  • While the polenta cooks, sauté the mushrooms in a small splash of olive oil over a medium-high heat for around 10 minutes. Add the garlic at the end and cook briefly, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Remove the mushrooms from the pan and add the spinach. Stir-fry the spinach until just wilted. Remove the spinach from the pan and fry an egg (you might need to add another small splash of olive oil).
  • Stir the butter into the cooked polenta and spoon it into a deep plate. Arrange the mushrooms and spinach on the polenta and top with the fried egg. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Top with the rest of the Parmesan, in slices.

FREEZ FF
[email protected]

I'm a big fan of polenta, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The polenta is always creamy and flavorful, and the mushrooms and spinach add a wonderful depth of flavor. I also like the fact that this dish is relatively easy to make. It's a great


E L S O GNAN
[email protected]

I love this recipe! The polenta is so creamy and flavorful, and the mushrooms and spinach add a great depth of flavor. I also like the fact that this dish is relatively easy to make. It's a great weeknight meal option.


Bridget Brown
[email protected]

This recipe is a bit too bland for my taste. I would recommend adding more herbs and spices to enhance the flavor.


Daniel Agyir Emmanuelson
[email protected]

I made this dish for my family, and they all loved it. The polenta was creamy and delicious, and the mushrooms and spinach were a great combination. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sino Mbete
[email protected]

I'm new to cooking, and this recipe was easy to follow. The polenta turned out great, and the mushrooms and spinach were a nice addition. I'll definitely be making this again!


Mubiru Harunah
[email protected]

I love polenta, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The polenta is always creamy and flavorful, and the mushrooms and spinach add a wonderful depth of flavor. I also like the fact that this dish is relatively easy to make. It's a great weeknight


Lissedion Matthew
[email protected]

This dish was a disappointment. The polenta was bland and lacked texture, and the mushrooms and spinach were overcooked and mushy. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Batmunkh Urtnasan
[email protected]

I'm a vegetarian, so I was excited to try this recipe. The polenta was creamy and flavorful, and the mushrooms and spinach were cooked to perfection. I also appreciated the fact that the recipe was easy to modify to suit my dietary needs. I'll defini


tahir pgc
[email protected]

This recipe is a keeper! The polenta was cooked perfectly, and the combination of mushrooms and spinach was divine. I added a bit of garlic and chili flakes to give it a little extra kick. It was a delicious and satisfying meal that I highly recommen


Entertainment Entertainment
[email protected]

I followed the recipe exactly, but my polenta turned out too runny. I'm not sure what went wrong. Maybe I didn't cook it long enough? I'll try again and see if I can get it right next time.


Aiesha Ayesha
[email protected]

Great recipe! I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a big hit. The polenta was creamy and delicious, and the mushrooms and spinach added a nice touch of texture and flavor. I also appreciated the fact that the recipe was easy to follow and didn'


Favor Kesselly
[email protected]

This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I found that the polenta lacked flavor, and the mushrooms and spinach didn't add much to the overall taste. I would recommend adding more herbs and spices to enhance the flavors.


rai jee
[email protected]

I'm not usually a fan of polenta, but this recipe changed my mind. The soft texture and subtle flavor of the polenta paired perfectly with the sautéed mushrooms and spinach. The addition of herbs and spices gave the dish a lovely aromatic touch. I'll


Boloere Ebiotu
[email protected]

5 stars! This polenta dish is now a staple in my kitchen. The recipe is easy to follow, and the results are always consistent. I love the flexibility of adding different vegetables, such as zucchini or bell peppers, to the mix. It's a versatile and f


gravy
[email protected]

I tried this recipe for a cozy dinner with friends, and it was a hit! The polenta was cooked to perfection - creamy on the inside and slightly crispy on the outside. The mushrooms and spinach added a wonderful savory and earthy flavor to the dish. To


Natalie Madanat
[email protected]

This polenta dish was an absolute delight! The combination of soft polenta, earthy mushrooms, and vibrant spinach created a harmonious symphony of flavors and textures. I especially loved the creamy texture of the polenta, which perfectly complemente