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Creamy Polenta with Cherry Tomato Relish

Category: Side Dish | Serves: 8

(159 ratings)

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 184
Protein: 7 g
Carbs: 25 g
Fat: 5 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Sodium: 596 mg
Fiber: 3 g

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Creamy polenta with a roasted tomato and white wine relish is a delight any night!

Ingredients:

6 cups cherry tomatoes
Cooking spray
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup shallots, sliced
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
3/4 cup dry white wine
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 cups 1% low-fat milk
1 cup dry polenta
1/2 cup shaved fresh Parmesan cheese

Directions:

1	Preheat oven to 425º F. Spray a shallow roasting pan with low fat cooking spray.
2	Cut slits at bottom of each cherry tomato then place stem-side down in roasting pan. Bake at 425º F for about 20 minutes.
3	Reduce heat to 375º and continue to bake for another 45 minutes. Remove from oven, cover with aluminum foil and let stand for about 10-15 minutes.
4	Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shallots and sauté 5 minutes or until lightly browned.
5	Add white wine, reduce to medium-low heat and simmer 5 minutes. Add 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and the pepper.
6	Remove from heat, stir in tomatoes, cover and set aside. In a large saucepan, add milk and water and bring to a boil then remove from heat.
7	Gradually add dry polenta while stirring constantly with a whisk. Cover and cook for 2 minutes over medium-low heat.
8	Add 1 teaspoon salt, cover and let stand for 5 minutes or until polenta reaches a thick consistency, stirring occasionally.
9	Pass the tomato relish and Parmesan shavings at the table.
10	ENJOY!