POLENTA ROUNDS WITH SAUSAGE RAGOUT

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"Fried polenta is fabulous with an endless variety of toppings inspired not only from Italian, but other cuisines, like Mexican (black beans and corn), French (mushroom ragout) or Creole (spicy shrimp)." -Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, drained
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
1 tube (1 pound) polenta, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage and garlic over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomatoes and pepper. Cook and stir for 4-5 minutes or until heated through. Remove from the heat; stir in basil., In another skillet, cook polenta slices in oil over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Serve with sausage mixture; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 calories, Fat 33g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 2062mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

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