Creamy Mascarpone Polenta with Turkey Bolognese A1

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Mascarpone Polenta with Turkey Bolognese, a hearty dish that masterfully balances rich flavors and wholesome ingredients. The creamy polenta, infused with mascarpone and Parmesan cheeses, serves as the perfect velvety base for the robust turkey bolognese, simmered with aromatic vegetables, crushed tomatoes, and Italian herbs. This recipe combines the rustic charm of Italian cuisine with a lightened-up twist using lean ground turkey. Ready in just over an hour, this satisfying meal is ideal for cozy family dinners or entertaining guests with its comforting allure and elegant presentation. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch and serve hot for a dish that’s as delicious as it is impressive.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground turkey
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium Carrot, finely chopped
• 1 medium Celery stalk, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Cornmeal (polenta)
• 4 cups Water
• 0.5 cup Mascarpone cheese
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 2

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste, followed by the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

While the sauce is simmering, prepare the polenta. Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Gradually whisk in the cornmeal, reducing the heat to low immediately.

Step 6

Cook the polenta, stirring frequently, for about 20 minutes or until it thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pot.

Step 7

Stir in the mascarpone cheese, grated Parmesan, and unsalted butter into the polenta, mixing well until creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if necessary.

Step 8

Once the turkey bolognese has finished simmering, taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

Step 9

To serve, spoon a generous amount of the creamy mascarpone polenta onto a plate or shallow bowl. Top with a ladle of turkey bolognese and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful Creamy Mascarpone Polenta with Turkey Bolognese!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3215.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3009.6

Total Fat 154.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 595.6mg	0%
Sodium 5112.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 270.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.8g	0%
Total Sugars 44.6g
Protein 141.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 977.3mg	0%
Iron 17.9mg	0%
Potassium 3274.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.7%

Protein: 18.7%

Carbs: 35.6%