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JALAPENO-JACK POLENTA CAKES WITH CILANTRO CORN SALSA



Jalapeno-Jack Polenta Cakes With Cilantro Corn Salsa image

My submission for the 2007 Cooking Light contest. A hit with those who tried it but, sadly, did not make the cut. For the salsa, I like to roast 2 ears of corn on the cob for 15 mins in the oven, then cut the kernels off. Gives it an extra level of flavor!

Provided by RunninLion

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 1/2 cups water
1 cup cornmeal
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
3/4 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
salt and pepper
1 1/2 cups plum tomatoes, seeded and diced
3/4 cup fresh corn kernels
1/4 cup scallion, sliced fine
1 garlic clove, minced
1/3 cup cilantro, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt and pepper (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Slowly add the cornmeal while stirring constantly (important to avoid lumps).
  • Reduce heat to simmer and continue to stir the mixture for 20 minutes or until the polenta is thick enough to hold a wooden spoon upright.
  • Add jalepeno, cheese, salt and pepper to polenta and stir well to combine.
  • Pour polenta in an oiled dish or pan and refrigerate until firm (about 1 hour but this will vary).
  • While polenta cools, prepare salsa by combining all ingredients in a mixing bowl. Add salt and pepper if desired.
  • Remove cooled polenta from fridge and turn out onto cutting board.
  • Cut into 8 servings and place on an oiled baking sheet. Spray with cooking spray or lighlty brush with oil.
  • Place polenta in a 400 degree oven for 20-30 minutes until golden brown.
  • Place 2 servings on each plate and top with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.8, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 18.9, Sodium 136.7, Carbohydrate 33, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 3.4, Protein 9.4

JALAPENO JACK POLENTA



Jalapeno Jack Polenta image

This hearty, warm side dish can be made with the cheese incorporated into the polenta or the polenta can be spooned atop a portion of the cheeses, so that as they melt they form a liquid center. This is the perfect side dish to accompany Beef Tenderloin with Southwestern-Style Sauce.

Provided by NcMysteryShopper

Categories     Grains

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups water
3/4 cup yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, Grated
8 -12 ounces jalapeno jack cheese, Grated
1/2 teaspoon salt (Adjust)
1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the Water to a simmer in a medium saucepan; gradually pour the Cornmeal into the Water while stirring constantly; Cook over low heat, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon, until the polenta pulls away from the sides of the pan, 25 - 30 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the Parmesan and Jack Cheeses, Salt and Pepper.
  • Serve immediately.

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