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Steamer Polenta

Side DishesVegetarianGluten-freeSteamersDinnerMicrowaveLow-sodiumSugar ConsciousLunch

8 - 10 min

6 servings

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Steamer polenta is a perfect gluten free, vegan, and guilt free vehicle for countless delicious ideas, savoury, and sweet.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water or Nourish Broth or Vegetable Broth
  • 2⁄3 cups low-fat milk
  • 1⁄2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup polenta (coarse yellow cornmeal)
  • 1 recipe prepared Pesto Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Pesto Sauce Mix
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 2 tbsp pine nuts or pistachio nuts, optional
  • 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1⁄4 cup olive oil

Preparation

  • Whisk all ingredients together in a Rectangular Steamer.
  • Place in microwave with lid on, and cook nonstop on high for 6–8 minutes (note: cooking time will vary depending on your microwave).
  • Remove from microwave and check that polenta is cooked, but a little soft. Serve immediately with your favourite toppings.

Epicure Products Used

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 80, Fat 1 g (Saturated 0.1 g, 0 0 g), Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 210 mg, Carbohydrate 17 g (Fiber 1 g, Sugars 2 g), Protein 3 g.