Best 5 Sun Oven No Stir Polenta Recipes
**Polenta: A Culinary Journey Through Italy**
Polenta, a traditional Italian dish made from cornmeal, has been a staple in Italian cuisine for centuries. Its versatility and affordability have made it a favorite among home cooks and chefs alike. This beloved dish can be served as a main course, a side dish, or even a dessert. From the creamy and comforting polenta concia to the crispy and flavorful polenta fritta, the diverse recipes in this article will take you on a culinary journey through the regions of Italy, showcasing the many ways polenta can be enjoyed. Join us as we explore the rich history and delightful flavors of this timeless dish.
POLENTA
For those who have sworn off mashed potatoes because of the carbohydrates and fats, and for those who cannot eat wheat and so have said good-bye to pasta, polenta may be just the thing. Polenta is a delicious gruel, an elegant mush made by cooking cornmeal (or occasionally semolina or buckwheat) in salted water. From humble origins, polenta now appears on the fanciest restaurant menus, usually served as an accompaniment to meat and fish. But it can be a main event. It can be served hot and runny from the pot, or else sliced, grilled, pan-seared or gratinéed. And polenta can be topped with any number of sauces or vegetable ragouts.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories easy, side dish
Time 1h30m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Combine the polenta, water and salt in a 2-quart baking dish. Stir together, and place in the oven. Bake 50 minutes. Remove from the oven, and stir in the butter. Use a fork or a spatula to stir the polenta well, and return to the oven for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven, and stir again. Carefully taste a little bit of the polenta; if the grains are not completely soft, return to the oven for 10 minutes. Serve right away for soft polenta, or let sit five minutes for a stiffer polenta. Spoon onto a plate. Make a depression in the middle, and serve with the topping of your choice or plain, as a side dish. Alternatively, for grilling or use in another recipe, allow to chill and stiffen in the baking dish, or scrape into a lightly oiled or buttered bread pan and chill.
- Combine the polenta, salt and water in a 2 1/2- to 3-quart microwave-safe bowl, and stir together. Cover the bowl with a plate, and place in the microwave. Microwave on high for eight minutes. Remove from the microwave carefully, wearing oven mitts, as the bowl will be quite hot. Carefully remove the plate from the top, and allow the steam to escape. Stir in the butter, and mix well with a fork. Cover the bowl again with the plate and return to the microwave. Microwave on high for three minutes. Again, remove from the microwave carefully, wearing oven mitts. Carefully remove the plate from the top, and allow the steam to escape. Stir the polenta, and return to the microwave for three more minutes. Carefully remove from the microwave. Stir and serve, or pour into a lightly buttered bread pan and allow to cool, then slice and grill or sear in a lightly oiled pan.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 305, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 1040 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
EASY OVEN-BAKED REAL POLENTA (NOT INSTANT)
Why stir polenta forever when this delicious recipe works beautifully? I like to roast veggies (eggplant, zucchini, onion) while the polenta bakes, then when the polenta is done, top with roasted veggies and some chopped tomatoes, some spices, and bake another 20 minutes. It's dinner.
Provided by Nancy
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes Polenta Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Pour water into the prepared dish; stir in polenta and salt.
- Bake in the preheated oven until polenta is thickened, about 40 minutes. Stir in squash, sour cream, and Cheddar cheese. Continue baking until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes more. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Cholesterol 34.1 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 533.1 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
NO-STIR OVEN POLENTA
This recipe is really great. You can put it in the oven at the same time you're cooking what you want to put over it (chicken stew, sausage and tomatoes, etc.) Leftovers can be sliced the next day and sauteed in butter.
Provided by Ceil from NJ
Categories European
Time 1h6m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix everything in a shallow pan which is ovenproof.
- Put it in a 350 degree oven.
- After about 40 minutes, give it a stir and see if it's done.
- If not, cook another few minutes.
- You can add less or more liquid, depending upon whether you like the polenta soft or more solid.
SUN OVEN NO STIR POLENTA
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Set Global Sun Oven out to preheat. Bring the water to boil in a dark, light-weight, lidded pot. Add the salt. Add the polenta in a very thin stream, keeping the water boiling and stirring with a whisk the entire time. When you have put in all the polenta, stir with a long-handled wooden spoon for 2 minutes; cover the pot and place in the Sun Oven until all the water has been absorbed, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. If serving immediately: Spray a large metal bowl with cooking spray. Turn the cooked polenta out of the pot and into the bowl. Let it sit for 10 t0 15 minutes, turn the bowl over onto a large round platter. It goes well with any stewed, braised, or roasted meat. If cooling for later use: Spray a 9-by 13-inch baking pan. Turn the cooked polenta out of the pot and into the pan. Let it cool at room temperature, and then turn the pan over onto cutting board. Wrap it tightly with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves
NO-STIR POLENTA
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories weekday, side dish
Time 1h
Yield about 4 cups (about 6 servings)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Bring the water to a boil in a large, heavy pot.
- Add the salt; then add the cornmeal in a very thin stream, letting it run through a closed fist. Stir constantly with a whisk while adding.
- When all the cornmeal has been added, stir with a wooden spoon 2 minutes, and then cover pot. Adjust heat so the water is at a lively simmer. After 10 minutes, stir 1 minute; then cover pot again. Repeat three more times. Let polenta cook 5 minutes longer, for a total of 45 minutes.
- Stir vigorously for another minute. Transfer to a moistened bowl (rinsed but not dried), and let polenta rest 10 to 15 minutes. Unmold onto a platter and serve at once, or let it cool to use in other recipes.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 161, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 402 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
Tips:
- Pick the right polenta. Coarse polenta takes longer to cook and has a chewier texture, while fine polenta cooks quickly and has a creamier texture. If you're not sure which one to use, start with fine polenta.
- Use a good ratio of polenta to liquid. This will vary depending on the type of polenta you're using, but a good starting point is 1 cup of polenta to 4 cups of liquid.
- Season the polenta well. Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all good choices. You can also add grated Parmesan cheese, herbs, or vegetables.
- Don't stir the polenta too much. This will make it gummy. Stir it gently once or twice during cooking, just to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Be patient. Polenta takes time to cook. Don't rush it, or it won't be cooked through.
Conclusion:
Polenta is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's easy to make in the Sun Oven, and it's a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With a little planning, you can have a hot and satisfying meal ready in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Sun Oven polenta a try. You won't be disappointed!
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