VERSATILE LAYERED POLENTA

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This is a wonderful way to get the flavors of a lasagna with a fun twist by using polenta instead of noodles. This recipe is great by itself but can also be used as a base for any number of your favorite lasagna recipes. Just add the lasagna fillings you usually use (vegetables, meat, squash, etc) between the layers.

Provided by sofie-a-toast

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h25m

Yield 1 lasagna

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups water
3 cups cornmeal
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
4 cups soft polenta
2 cups marinara sauce
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 lb buffalo mozzarella, sliced

Steps:

  • For the Polenta:.
  • Boil the milk and water together.
  • Whisk in the cornmeal and salt. Turn down the heat and stir constantly until the polenta is suspended in the water and no longer settles to the bottom of the pot. It's done in about 15 minutes (still stirring often), but is supposedly even better if you cook it for about an hour - I wouldn't know, I'm always too impatient :).
  • Take of the stove and stir in the butter or olive oil and 1/2 cup parmesan cheese.
  • For the Lasagna:.
  • In a 9x9 baking dish, ladle in 1/3 of the polenta. Spread 1 cup tomato sauce over top of the polenta. Arrange half of the mozzarella on top of that and sprinkle with 1/2 cup of parmesan.
  • Ladle over half of the remaining polenta (1/3 of the original amount) and spread the left-over sauce and cheeses on top.
  • Ladle over the last of the polenta and allow the lasagna to sit for about 30 minutes before baking to let the polenta set.
  • Bake in a 350 degree oven until hot and bubbling, about 30 minutes.

Bakhtiar Lass
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Brice Cooley
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This dish is a great way to impress your guests. It's sure to be a conversation starter.


REXY gamer
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I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves polenta.


Gnostic Ruhi
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Md Udoy
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This dish is definitely not worth the effort. It's a lot of work for a very mediocre result.


Meer Arslan Arslan
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I would add some more spices next time.


Luke Boyer
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my polenta didn't turn out creamy at all. It was more like a brick.


Konika Apu
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This recipe is perfect for a special occasion dinner. It's elegant and delicious.


Ma X
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I would recommend using a good quality cheese for this dish. It really makes a difference.


M criminal
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Kailee Carney
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This dish was a lot of work, but it was worth it. It's so impressive and delicious.


Edson Duque
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The polenta was a little dry, but the sauce was delicious.


Pirzada Karachi
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This was a little too cheesy for my taste, but overall it was a good dish.


Rose Pack
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I'm not a huge fan of polenta, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Zehad Ahmed
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I added some roasted vegetables to this dish and it was delicious! It's a great way to get your veggies in.


Hamayoon Hamayoon
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover polenta. It's also a great vegetarian main course.


Eric Kivak III
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I've made this polenta several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's creamy, cheesy, and has a wonderful depth of flavor.


Majid Ahmed
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This recipe was straightforward to follow. I made it for a dinner party and everyone raved about it.


Noha2022 Elbakuri
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This polenta dish was a hit! The layers of flavors and textures were incredible. I especially loved the crispy parmesan crust on top.


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