I’ve been feeling way more creative in the kitchen lately, and while I love our staples, it’s also fun to try new flavors and ingredients. My dad used to make polenta all the time when we were kids, so this one is nostalgic for me.
This polenta skillet isn’t just delicious, flavorful, and nourishing, it’s also SUPER simple, with just one skillet, short cook time, and very little mess.
A few simple steps, less than 30 minutes of mostly hands-off cook time, and you’ve got a meal that the whole family will love.
I hope you enjoy this one with the ones you love, friends! Thank you for being here.
Italian sausage and polenta skillet
WHAT YOU NEED:
- 1 28-oz can crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil, divided
- 1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1+ teaspoon sea salt (to taste)
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 1 18oz tube polenta, cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
- fresh grated parmesan or dollops of ricotta for serving
WHAT YOU DO:
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat; add onion, and cook stirring often till translucent; then, add your sausage and spices and stir until cooked through.
Add the tomatoes, mix it all together, and bring to a simmer; let it cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes.
Remove from heat, set your oven to broil, sprinkle pine nuts all over, and nestle polenta slices in the sauce in your skillet.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over polenta and rub all over, and then broil for 4-6 minutes, until bubbling and browned in spots.
Remove from the oven, grate parm and/or add dollops of ricotta to your liking.
Serve hot, and ENJOY!!
Enjoy friends! If you enjoy this one, I’d love to hear about it! Comment below or tag me on social media. Sending love and nourishment, now and always!
Hugs, Laura
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