How to Make Cheesy Polenta Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something comforting and satisfying about a cheesy polenta casserole. It's the perfect dish for a cozy night in, and it's hearty enough to fill you up after a long day. Plus, it's incredibly versatile - you can add all sorts of different ingredients to customize it to your liking. Whether you're a fan of bold and spicy flavors or prefer something a bit more mellow and savory, this casserole can be tailored to suit your taste buds.

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup shredded provolone or mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup shredded fontina cheese
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 (14 ounce) jar marinara sauce
  • 1 (16 ounce) tube ready-made polenta, cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 1 8-inch casserole

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease an 8-inch square casserole dish. Mix together provolone and fontina cheeses in a bowl.
  • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in bell pepper, green onions, and garlic; cook until pepper softens, about 3 minutes. Pour in marinara sauce and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Spread a thin layer of sauce over the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Arrange 1/3 of the polenta slices in the dish, top with 1/3 of the cheese mixture, and spread a thin layer of sauce over the cheese. Repeat layers twice more. Top casserole with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is bubbly and golden brown, about 25 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    233 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 25mg
    • Sodium: 809mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 262mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 292mg