Rating: 3.5 stars
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  • 1 star values: 1

If the polenta mixture is not quite thick enough after 8 minutes, continue microwaving at HIGH at 1-minute intervals, stirring after each minute, until thickened.

Recipe by Cooking Light January 2016

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Credit: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Lindsey Lower

Recipe Summary

hands-on:
9 mins
total:
16 mins
Yield:
Serves 4 (serving size: about 1/2 cup)
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Ingredients

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Directions

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  • Combine onion and olive oil in a large microwave-safe bowl, stirring to coat. Add 2 1/4 cups water, polenta, stock, pepper, and salt, stirring to combine. Microwave at HIGH 8 minutes, stirring after 4 minutes. Stir in ­Manchego cheese.

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Nutrition Facts

111 calories; fat 3.9g; saturated fat 1.9g; mono fat 0.8g; poly fat 0.1g; protein 4g; carbohydrates 15g; fiber 1g; cholesterol 8mg; iron 1mg; sodium 112mg; calcium 95mg; sugars 1g.
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