Creamy Tex-Mex Polenta

Creamy Tex-Mex Polenta recipe pinit

Polenta is a traditional Italian dish made from ground cornmeal.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins
Servings: 4 Calories: 1400
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Slowly pour in the polenta while whisking continuously.
  2. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, jalapeno, salt, black pepper, and cumin. Cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Once the polenta is cooked, remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
  6. Serve the creamy polenta topped with the Tex-Mex mixture.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 350kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%
Total Carbohydrate 52g18%
Sugars 2g
Protein 8g16%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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