Polenta with Pepper and Cheese
En Español
Serving Size: 1 cup
Yield: 8 servings
Time: 23 minutes
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Ingredients:
4 cups water
1 1/2 cup corn meal, or polenta uncooked
1 can (11 ounces) whole kernel corn mixed with green and red peppers, drained
1 can (7 ounces) green chiles
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 Tablespoon margarine or butter
6 ounce cheese, cheddar, reduced fat, shredded
1 can (15 ounces) rinsed black or pinto beans
Garnish:
cilantro sprigs
1 red bell pepper - cut into rings |
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Instructions:
1. In a medium sauce pan, bring the water to a boil. Gradually add the cornmeal or polenta. Reduce heat to low.
2. Continue stirring, add the corn, chiles and the salt. Cook 6-8 minutes or until mixture thickens, stirring occasionally.
3. Gently stir in the margarine, cheese and beans.
4. Remove from the heat and transfer to a serving dish.
5. Garnish with red bell pepper rings and cilantro. |
Cost:
Per Recipe: $ 4.38
Per Serving: $ 0.55 |
Source:
Adapted from:
Es Facil Campaign
Submitted by Gloria Vargas
California Health Department - Los Angeles County
Author:
California Health Department - Los Angeles County |
Categories:
Eat Less Saturated Fats, Trans Fats and Cholesterol
Eat Calcium Rich Food
Hispanic
Vegetarian
Skillet
Stovetop/Hot Plate
Main Dish
Side Dishes
Ready in 30 minutes or less
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