Name: Polenta with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 16-ounce tube prepared plain polenta, sliced into 8 rounds; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 0.5 cup minced onion; 1 pound mushrooms, such as white or cremini, sliced; 2 cups stemmed and sliced shiitake mushrooms, (4 1/2 ounces with stems); 0.25 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 0.5 cup white wine; 0.5 cup reduced-fat sour cream; 2/3 cup shredded fontina cheese, (see Note); 2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon

Polenta with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

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This mushroom sauce has such sophisticated flavor, you won't believe how easy it is to make. We love the smooth, creamy texture and nutty, rich taste of fontina cheese when paired with full-flavored shiitakes. Make it a Meal: Toss steamed broccolini with olive oil, lemon juice and salt to serve alongside.

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Updated on August 16, 2019

Cook Time:

25 mins

Additional Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings, 2 slices polenta & 3/ cup sauce each

Nutrition Profile:

Low-Calorie Gluten-Free Vegetarian

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Ingredients

1 16-ounce tube prepared plain polenta, sliced into 8 rounds
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup minced onion
1 pound mushrooms, such as white or cremini, sliced
2 cups stemmed and sliced shiitake mushrooms, (4 1/2 ounces with stems)
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
½ cup white wine
½ cup reduced-fat sour cream
2/3 cup shredded fontina cheese, (see Note)
2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
Arrange the polenta on the prepared baking sheet and bake until crispy on the bottom and heated through, about 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook, stirring often, until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in mushrooms, salt and pepper, and cook, stirring often, until the mushrooms are softened and most of the liquid has evaporated, 8 to 10 minutes.
Pour in wine; bring to a boil and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Reduce the liquid until the pan is almost dry, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in sour cream and bring to a simmer. Remove from the heat, stir in cheese and tarragon. Serve the sauce over the polenta.

Tips

Note: If you can't find fontina, substitute another melting cheese, such as Gruyère or Swiss.

Easy cleanup: Recipes that require cooking spray can leave behind a sticky residue that can be hard to clean. To save time and keep your baking sheet looking fresh, line it with a layer of foil before you apply the cooking spray.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

290	Calories
13g	Fat
27g	Carbs
12g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 2 slices polenta & 3/4 cup sauce
Calories 290
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 27g	10%
Dietary Fiber 3g	12%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 12g	25%
Total Fat 13g	17%
Saturated Fat 6g	32%
Cholesterol 33mg	11%
Vitamin A 283IU	6%
Vitamin C 4mg	5%
Folate 32mcg	8%
Sodium 679mg	30%
Calcium 144mg	11%
Iron 1mg	5%
Magnesium 28mg	7%
Potassium 564mg	12%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.