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Corn Polenta With Baked Eggs

Creamy Corn Polenta With Baked Eggs for Cozy Comfort

Delicious Corn Polenta With Baked Eggs, a versatile and comforting dish perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Substitute with olive oil for dairy-free option
  • 2 cups Corn Kernels Fresh, frozen, or canned; can omit if desired
  • 4 cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth Water works as an alternative
  • 1 cup Coarse Polenta Avoid instant polenta for best results
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust based on saltiness of broth
For the Stir-In Mix
  • 1 cup Chopped Herbs (Basil, Mint, Cilantro) Choose your favorites or omit
  • 1 cup Scallions or Shallots Substitute with yellow onion if desired
  • 1 cup Chopped Greens (Spinach, Kale, Broccoli Rabe) Mix based on what's on hand
  • 1 cup Cheese (Feta, Blue Cheese, Parmesan) Omit for a vegan version
  • Olives or Roasted Red Peppers Optional, for extra garnish
For the Topping
  • 4-6 units Eggs Omit for lighter meal
  • Black Pepper & Flaky Sea Salt Adjust to taste for serving
For Serving
  • 1 bowl Green Salad Suggested for serving alongside

Equipment

  • Ovenproof skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In an ovenproof skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add corn kernels and sauté until slightly caramelized.
  3. Whisk in the broth, coarse polenta, and kosher salt; stir until the mixture thickens and becomes creamy.
  4. Remove from heat, stir in the greens, herbs, and cheese. Mix in olives or roasted red peppers if desired.
  5. Cover the skillet and bake for 20 minutes. Stir and bake for an additional 15-25 minutes until tender.
  6. Create wells in the polenta and crack the eggs into the wells. Return to the oven and bake uncovered for 5-10 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle with black pepper and flaky sea salt before serving. Enjoy with a green salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 300mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish is a comforting option that is easy to customize with the ingredients you have at home.

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