Pasta de Polenta

Pasta de Polenta is a delightful Brazilian dish made from cornmeal, offering a gluten-free alternative to traditional pasta. It's creamy, comforting, and can be paired with various sauces for a flavorful meal.

Ingredients

• Cornmeal - 200 grams
• Water - 500 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Parmesan cheese - 50 grams, grated
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh basil - 10 grams, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, bring 500 ml of water to a boil and add 1 teaspoon of salt.
2. Gradually whisk in 200 grams of cornmeal, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
3. Reduce the heat to low and cook the mixture for about 15 minutes, stirring frequently until it thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
4. In a separate skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat and sauté 1 small finely chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves until translucent.
5. Once the polenta is cooked, stir in 50 grams of grated Parmesan cheese, the sautéed onion and garlic, and adjust seasoning with black pepper.
6. Spread the polenta onto a lightly greased baking sheet to cool and set for about 5-10 minutes.
7. Once set, cut the polenta into desired pasta shapes and serve with your favorite sauce, garnished with chopped fresh basil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in carbohydrates for energy.
• Gluten-free, making it suitable for those with gluten intolerance.

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