Parmesan Polenta Cakes with Mushroom & Sausage Hash

Polenta is a traditional Italian dish made from cornmeal and is a staple in Northern Italian cuisine.

This is gluten free, high protein and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Parmesan Polenta Cakes with Mushroom & Sausage Hash

Cooking Method: Baking, Frying Cuisine: Italian Courses: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Polenta
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup Mushrooms
• 4 link Sausage
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Slowly pour in the polenta while whisking continuously. Reduce heat to low and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the onion and garlic. Cook until softened. Add the mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture.
5. Slice the cooked sausage and add it back to the skillet with the mushrooms. Season with salt and black pepper.
6. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking sheet.
7. Scoop the polenta onto the baking sheet and shape into round cakes. Place on the greased baking sheet.
8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Serve the Parmesan polenta cakes topped with the mushroom and sausage hash. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25g39%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.