Polenta Florentine

Indulge in the comforting elegance of Polenta Florentine, a vibrant dish that combines rich, creamy polenta with sautéed garlic-infused spinach for a harmonious blend of flavors. This simple yet sophisticated recipe features a base of velvety polenta, enhanced with Parmesan cheese and butter for a luxurious texture. Topped with tender spinach delicately seasoned with nutmeg, black pepper, and an optional kick of red pepper flakes, every bite is packed with earthy warmth and savory goodness. Ready in just 40 minutes, Polenta Florentine is the perfect choice for a wholesome vegetarian dinner or an impressive side dish. Serve it piping hot and garnish with extra Parmesan for a touch of indulgence that’s impossible to resist!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Yellow cornmeal (polenta)
• 4 cups Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 4 cups Fresh spinach, roughly chopped
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.

Step 2

Gradually whisk in the polenta in a steady stream, reducing the heat to low. Stir constantly to prevent lumps.

Step 3

Cook the polenta over low heat, stirring often, for about 20 minutes or until thick and creamy.

Step 4

Remove the polenta from heat and stir in the unsalted butter and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese. Set aside and keep warm.

Step 5

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the chopped spinach to the skillet. Cook, stirring, until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Season the spinach mixture with ground nutmeg, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Remove from heat.

Step 9

To serve, spoon the creamy polenta onto individual plates or a large serving dish.

Step 10

Top the polenta with the sautéed spinach mixture.

Step 11

Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese over the top as garnish.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1592.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1738.2

Total Fat 80.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 142mg	0%
Sodium 3963.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 202.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.5g	0%
Total Sugars 2.4g
Protein 61.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1208.4mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 1729.4mg	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: 40.8%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 45.4%