Baked Polenta and Cheese Casserole
Baked Polenta and Cheese Casserole layers creamy, sliceable polenta with a bright marinara and a trio of melted Italian cheeses for a cozy, melty bite in every forkful. Sweet green pepper and scallions add a gentle freshness that balances the rich provolone, fontina, and Parmesan. It’s a comforting weeknight dinner or a hearty side for gatherings when you want something warm and satisfying.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease an 8-inch square casserole dish. Combine the provolone and fontina cheeses in a bowl.
- 2
Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in the bell pepper, green onions, and garlic; cook until the pepper softens, about 3 minutes. Add the marinara sauce and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Spread a thin layer of sauce over the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Arrange 1/3 of the polenta slices in the dish, top with 1/3 of the cheese mixture, and spread a thin layer of sauce over the cheese. Repeat the layers two more times. Top the casserole with Parmesan cheese.
- 4
Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown, about 25 minutes.
- Calories 338.52 kcal Moderate
- Protein 15.76 g Good Source
- Carbs 31.17 g Moderate
- Total Fat 16.67 g High
- Saturated Fat 9.25 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 43.89 mg Moderate
- Sodium 833.06 mg High
- Fiber 1.99 g Low Source
- Sugar 6.33 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 359.8 mg Good Source
- Iron 1.09 mg Low Source
- Potassium 124.36 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 222.4 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 6.98 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.02 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Baked Polenta and Cheese Casserole is an Italian side dish recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 55 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Grated Parmesan Cheese, Green Bell Pepper, Green Onion, and Marinara Sauce. Each serving provides about 338.52 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Baked Polenta and Cheese Casserole?
- It is an Italian casserole recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
- What is Baked Polenta and Cheese Casserole made of?
- The main ingredients are Grated Parmesan Cheese, Green Bell Pepper, Green Onion, Marinara Sauce, Minced Garlic. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Baked Polenta and Cheese Casserole?
- About 55 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 338.52 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Baked Polenta and Cheese Casserole easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 4 steps.
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