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Baked Butternut Squash Polenta

Creamy Baked Butternut Squash Polenta: Pure Comfort in Every Bite

Enjoy the comforting flavors of Baked Butternut Squash Polenta, a creamy and nourishing dish perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Polenta Base
  • 1 cup Polenta high quality
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth or Water broth enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
For the Butternut Squash
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash peeled and cubed
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup Fontina Cheese or Gruyère as a swap

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Pot
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your baking sheet and parchment paper.
  2. Peel and cube the butternut squash into bite-sized pieces. Spread them on the baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes or until tender.
  3. Bring vegetable broth to a gentle boil. Gradually whisk in the polenta, stirring continuously for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
  4. Gently fold in the roasted butternut squash and season with salt to taste.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, pressing chunks of Fontina cheese throughout.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 6000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

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