Creamy Polenta, Spinach and Heirloom Tomatoes
Ingredients
Polenta
- 1 cup (250 mL) water
- ¼ tsp (1.25 mL) salt
- 4 cups (1 L) milk
- 1 cup (250 mL) cornmeal (coarse grind)
- ⅓ cup (75 mL) grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp (30 mL) butter
Sautéed Spinach and Heirloom Tomatoes
- 2 tbsp (30 mL) olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, sliced
- Pinch hot pepper flakes (optional)
- 6 cups (1.5 L) spinach
- 2 cups (500 mL) chopped heirloom tomatoes
- ¼ tsp (1.25 mL) salt and pepper
Poached Eggs
- 4 eggs
- 2 tsp (10 mL) vinegar
Instructions
Polenta
- Step 1
In saucepan, bring water and salt to boil over medium-high heat; stir in milk and bring to simmer. While whisking, add the cornmeal a little at a time. (Whisking will help eliminate lumps). Reduce heat to medium-low; cook polenta, stirring frequently, for 35 to 40 minutes or until tender and thick enough to mound on a spoon. If polenta is too thick, stir in a little more water to loosen. Stir in Parmesan cheese and butter.
Sautéed Spinach and Heirloom Tomatoes
- Step 1
Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet set over medium heat; cook garlic and hot pepper flakes for 1 minute or until garlic starts to soften. Add spinach, tomatoes, salt and pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes or until spinach wilts and tomatoes are warmed through.
Poached Eggs
- Step 1
Fill saucepan with enough water to come 3 inches (8 cm) up side; heat to gentle simmer. Stir in vinegar. Break cold egg into small dish or saucer. Holding dish just above simmering water, gently slip egg into water; repeat with remaining eggs. Cook in barely simmering water for 3 to 5 minutes or until whites are set and yolks are cooked as desired. Remove eggs with slotted spoon; drain on paper towel.
- Step 2
Divide polenta among 4 bowls. Top with sautéed spinach and tomatoes and poached eggs.
Tips
Tips:
• Substitute fine or medium cornmeal for coarse-grind cornmeal if desired. It will cook quicker, but the texture may not be as creamy.
• Alternatively, to speed up cooking time, use instant polenta and follow package instructions.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving | |
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Calories | 480 |
Fat | 26 g |
Saturated Fat | 11 g |
Trans Fat | 0 g |
Carbohydrate | 40 g |
Fibre | 4 g |
Sugars | 15 g |
Protein | 23 g |
Sodium | 700 mg |