Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 tube of polenta, sliced into 1/2 inch rounds
- 4 Italian sausages
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Special equipment needed:
- Grill pan or outdoor grill
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
2. Brush polenta rounds with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
3. Grill polenta rounds for 3-4 minutes on each side until grill marks appear. Set aside.
4. In a separate pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
5. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.
6. In the same pan, add remaining tablespoon of olive oil and sauté sliced onions and peppers until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
7. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. To assemble, place grilled polenta rounds on a serving platter.
10. Top each round with a spoonful of sausage and pepper mixture.
11. Garnish with chopped parsley.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Grill pan or outdoor grill: medium-high heat
Serving size:
- Serves 4
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 23g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 16g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Polenta can be substituted with cornmeal.
- Italian sausages can be substituted with chicken or turkey sausage.
- Red and yellow bell peppers can be substituted with any color bell pepper.
Variations:
- Add sliced mushrooms to the sausage and pepper mixture.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to brush the polenta rounds with olive oil to prevent sticking to the grill.
- Use a grill pan with ridges to create grill marks on the polenta.
- Slice the sausage and peppers thinly for even cooking.
Storage instructions:
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave or in a pan over medium heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve on a large platter with fresh parsley garnish.
Garnishes:
- Chopped parsley
Pairings:
- Serve with a side salad or grilled vegetables.
Suggested side dishes:
- Grilled asparagus
- Roasted potatoes
- Caesar salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the polenta rounds are sticking to the grill, brush with more olive oil.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook sausage to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure it is fully cooked.
Food history:
- Polenta is a traditional Italian dish made from boiled cornmeal.
Flavor profiles:
- The dish is savory and slightly sweet from the grilled polenta.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a main dish or as an appetizer.
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Region: Italian