Barbara Diaz
@badiaz
Baked Polenta with Sausage and Cheese
This Baked Polenta with Sausage and Cheese is a comforting and hearty dish that combines creamy polenta with savory sausage, mushrooms, and a rich tomato sauce, topped with melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a family gathering!
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Meal Type:dinner
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:17
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time1 min.
- Total time21 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 3 cups
- 1 cup
- 9 1/4 ounces
- 1/2 cup
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 tablespoon
- 2 (3.5 ounce) links, casings removed
- 1 cup
- 1/2 cup
- 3 cloves
- 1 1/2 cups
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can
- 1 (6 ounce) can
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 2 cups
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Baked Polenta with Sausage and Cheese.
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
In a large saucepan, combine the water and milk. Bring to a boil over high heat, then gradually whisk in the instant polenta. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and mix in the Parmesan cheese and butter until well combined.
Step 3
Pour the polenta into a large round casserole dish, spreading it evenly to about 1 inch deep.
Step 4
In a medium nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sausage, mushrooms, onions, and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until the sausage is browned and crumbled, about 10 minutes.
Step 5
Pour in the white wine, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, Italian seasoning, and oregano. Stir well and let the mixture simmer over medium heat for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Step 6
Once the sauce is ready, pour it over the prepared polenta in the casserole dish. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.