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Italian Sausage and Polenta Skillet
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 cup instant polenta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the Italian sausage to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Transfer the sausage to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil and sauté the diced onion, garlic, red bell pepper, and zucchini until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cooked sausage, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- While the sausage and vegetables are cooking, prepare the polenta according to the package instructions, using chicken broth instead of water for added flavor.
- Once the polenta is ready, spoon it into the skillet over the sausage and vegetable mixture, and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Cover the skillet and let it simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the cheese to melt.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Enjoy your delicious Italian Sausage and Polenta Skillet!
The Italian Sausage and Polenta Skillet is a classic Italian dish that combines the rich flavors of sausage with the creamy texture of polenta. This hearty and comforting meal has its roots in the northern regions of Italy, where polenta has been a staple for centuries. The dish gained popularity in the United States as Italian immigrants brought their traditional recipes with them. Today, it's a favorite in Italian-American households and is often found on the menus of Italian restaurants across the country. Chefs like Lidia Bastianich and Mario Batali have popularized this dish, showcasing their own unique twists on the recipe. For the best version of this dish, seek out high-quality Italian sausage and use stone-ground cornmeal for the polenta. The key is to let the flavors of the sausage infuse into the polenta, creating a truly delicious and satisfying meal.
45 min
4
480 calories
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