Taste of Home
Italian Sausage with Polenta
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. Cook: 25 min.
YIELD: 6 servings.
This turkey and broccoli mixture over polenta is quick, easy and tastes great. Nutritious and delicious, it makes a comforting meal on a weeknight. –Mary Bilyeu of Ann Arbor, Michigan
Ingredients
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1 package (19-1/2 ounces) Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
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1/2 cup chopped red onion
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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2-1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets
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2 cans (15 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
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2 tablespoons prepared pesto
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
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1 cup cornmeal
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Shaved Parmesan cheese, optional
Directions
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1.
In a large nonstick skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in broccoli. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 5-7 minutes or until broccoli is tender.
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2.
Stir in the tomatoes, pesto, pepper flakes and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
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3.
Meanwhile, for polenta, bring broth to a boil in a small heavy saucepan. Reduce heat to a gentle boil; slowly whisk in cornmeal. Continue stirring for 10-12 minutes or until polenta is thickened and has a smooth texture. Serve with sausage mixture. Garnish with cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
1 serving: 337 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 52mg cholesterol, 1131mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 6g fiber), 24g protein.
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