Filed Under: Pork, Side, side-dish, simmer, Under 20 Mins

Smoked Ham and Cheese Polenta

Filling, bright and delicious, this cheesy polenta is a nice light supper when served with a salad, or a great side dish.

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April 8th, 2012

Submitted by Lillea Brionn, Sidney, BC.; Recipe Tested by Maryalice Wood

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Servings
4
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Ingredients
  • 2 Cups water
  • 1 Cup tomato juice
  • 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 Cup quick-cooking polenta*
  • 1/2 Cups chopped smoked ham
  • 1/4 Cups frozen baby peas
  • 1/3 Cups grated gruyere cheese
  • freshly ground pepper
    • Directions
  • 1.

    In a large pot, bring water and tomato juice to a simmer.

  • 2.

    Add salt to the simmering liquid and pour in polenta in a steady stream, stirring constantly with a whisk. Cook for 3 “ 5 minutes, continuing to stir constantly, until polenta is thick and smooth.

  • 3.

    Stir in ham, peas and cheese, reserving 4 teaspoon to sprinkle.

  • 4.

    Divide polenta between 4 serving bowls. Sprinkle each serving with 1 teaspoon cheese and freshly ground pepper to taste. Serve warm.

    • Nutrients Per Serving
    Nutrients per serving (based on 4 servings): 268 calories, 7 g fat, 18 g protein, 3 g fiber, 32 g carbohydrates. Excellent source of thiamine, vitamin B12. Good source of niacin, vitamin B6, iron, zinc.
    Smoked Ham and Cheese Polenta
    Photo Credit: Maryalice Wood
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