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Smacafam

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This hearty skillet dinner combines creamy quick-cook polenta with spicy Italian sausage and sweet caramelized red onions. The dish offers a comforting, rustic texture with rich savory flavors that warm the soul. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or a casual family gathering, it comes together in one pan for easy cleanup. The polenta acts as a perfect bed for the juicy sausage, absorbing all the delicious juices and oils. It is a satisfying, home-style meal that feels indulgent yet simple to prepare with pantry staples.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 865.4
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This hearty skillet dinner combines creamy quick-cook polenta with spicy Italian sausage and sweet caramelized red onions. The dish offers a comforting, rustic texture with rich savory flavors that warm the soul. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or a casual family gathering, it comes together in one pan for easy cleanup. The polenta acts as a perfect bed for the juicy sausage, absorbing all the delicious juices and oils. It is a satisfying, home-style meal that feels indulgent yet simple to prepare with pantry staples.
Ingredients
  • 4 cup Water
  • 1 cup Quick cook polenta
  • 4 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 md Red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 pound Italian sausage (8 pieces)
Directions
  1. 1
    Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. 2
    Add the Italian sausage links and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove sausage from the pan and set aside.
  3. 3
    In the same pan, reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the thinly sliced red onions.
  4. 4
    Sauté the onions until softened and lightly caramelized, about 5-8 minutes.
  5. 5
    Pour in the water and bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. 6
    Gradually whisk in the quick-cook polenta, ensuring no lumps form.
  7. 7
    Reduce heat to low and let the polenta simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened and creamy, about 5-10 minutes.
  8. 8
    Return the sausage to the pan, nestling them into the polenta.
  9. 9
    Simmer covered for another 5 minutes to heat the sausage through and allow flavors to meld.
  10. 10
    Serve warm directly from the skillet.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 865.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 58.6g91%
Saturated Fat 16.5g83%
Cholesterol 106.7mg36%
Sodium 1598.9mg67%
Total Carbohydrate 19.7g7%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g8%
Sugars 2.7g
Protein 58.6g118%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For a vegetarian version, omit the sausage and add roasted vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini to the onions.

If the polenta becomes too thick, add a splash more water or broth to reach your desired consistency.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water to restore creaminess.

You can substitute chicken or vegetable broth for water for a richer flavor base.

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