Polenta with Pepper and Cheese

Name: Polenta with Pepper and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 4 cups water; 1 1/2 cups corn meal(or polenta, uncooked); 1 can whole kernel corn mixed with green and red peppers(11 ounces, drained); 2 cans green chiles(7 - 8 ounces); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon margarine or butter; 6 ounces cheese, cheddar, reduced fat, shredded; 1 can black or pinto beans, low-sodium(15 ounces, rinsed); Garnish:; cilantro sprigs(optional); 1 red bell pepper(cut into rings)

DinnerSide dishItalian⏱ Prep 15 min | Cook 30 minServes 8

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Enjoy this creamy and flavorful dish, packed with cheese, beans, peppers, and corn.

Ingredients

4 cups water
1 1/2 cups corn meal(or polenta, uncooked)
1 can whole kernel corn mixed with green and red peppers(11 ounces, drained)
2 cans green chiles(7 - 8 ounces)

+ 7 more ingredients

Instructions

Wash hands with soap and water.

In a medium sauce pan, bring the water to a boil. Gradually add the cornmeal or polenta. Reduce heat to low.

Continue stirring, add the corn, chilies, and the salt. Cook 6 to 8 minutes or until mixture thickens, stirring occasionally.

Gently stir in the margarine, cheese, and beans.

Remove from the heat and transfer to a serving dish.

Garnish with red bell pepper rings and cilantro.

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Nutrition Estimate

234Calories

7gProtein

35gCarbs

7gFat

Per serving • Estimated by Blinner AI