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Corn Polenta With Sausage and Peppers Recipe

Corn Polenta With Sausage and Peppers Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 lb fresh italian sausage
4 large bell peppers, cored and cut into 1/2-inch strips
4 large plum tomatoes, diced
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
1 tbsp chopped fresh mint
3 tsp balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper
grated parmesan cheese
2 cups cornmeal
1 1/2 tsp salt

Directions:

To prepare the sausage and peppers: Heat the oil in a large, deep skillet. Add the onion and cook over medium heat, stirring from time to time, until lightly browned, 10 to 15 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
Squeeze the sausages from their casings and add to the skillet. Break up the sausage and cook until it is browned. Toss in the peppers and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer until the peppers are collapsed and tender, about 20 minute.
While the peppers are simmering, prepare the polenta: In a bowl, blend the polenta with 3 cups of cold water. In a heavy 3 quart pot, bring 2 cups of water and the salt to a rolling boil. Lower the heat slightly. Gradually stir in the polenta mixture. Return to a boil.
Cook uncovered, adjusting the heat so that the polenta simmers, with big bubbles puffing up here and there on the surface. As the mixture thickens, use a large spoon to stir every few minutes, taking care to scrape up grains sticking to the bottom of the pot. The polenta will be done when it becomes thick and creamy, and the cornmeal is soft with no hint of grittiness, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in a bit more boiling water if the polenta becomes very thick before the cornmeal tastes cooked.
To serve: Stir the basil and mint into the peppers. Season to taste with vinegar, salt and pepper. Spoon the polenta onto individual plates. Top with the pepper mixture. Garnish with cheese and pass extra cheese at the table.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	118.36 Kcal (496 kJ)
Calories from fat	47.1 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.23g	8%
Cholesterol	9.57mg	3%
Sodium	294.49mg	12%
Potassium	216.18mg	5%
Total Carbs	14.61g	5%
Sugars	2.81g	11%
Dietary Fiber	1.95g	8%
Protein	3.37g	7%
Vitamin C	33.3mg	55%
Vitamin A	0.7mg	23%
Iron	16.7mg	93%
Calcium	13.7mg	1%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	106.04 Kcal (444 kJ)
Calories from fat	42.19 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	4.69g	8%
Cholesterol	8.58mg	3%
Sodium	263.83mg	12%
Potassium	193.68mg	5%
Total Carbs	13.08g	5%
Sugars	2.51g	11%
Dietary Fiber	1.74g	8%
Protein	3.02g	7%
Vitamin C	29.8mg	55%
Vitamin A	0.6mg	23%
Iron	14.9mg	93%
Calcium	12.3mg	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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