Frying squares of polenta is a classic preparation, but for something a little different, chill cooked polenta, then cut into fries and bake them until crisp and golden.
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4 servings
Total Time
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Ingredients
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Instructions
Coat an 8½×12-inch baking sheet with nonstick spray.
Boil water in a large saucepan over high heat. Gradually add polenta, stirring constantly with a whisk. Reduce heat to medium; cook polenta until thick and beginning to pull away from sides of pan, 5 minutes.
Off heat, stir in Parmesan and butter; season with salt and pepper. Spread polenta evenly onto prepared baking sheet. Press plastic wrap onto surface; chill until firm, at least 1 hour or up to 2 days.
Preheat oven to 400° with rack in center position. Coat a large baking sheet with nonstick spray.
Uncover polenta and cut into 4×¼-inch strips. Separate fries and arrange on prepared baking sheet.
Bake fries until brown, 40–50minutes. Let fries cool briefly on pan to crisp before serving.
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Nutritional Facts
Nutritional Facts
Per serving
Calories: 415
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 16g 24%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 45mg 15%
Sodium 247mg 10%
% Daily Value*
Carbs 54g 18%
Fiber 6g 24%
Protein 12g
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
