Mexican Polenta Pie Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Mexican Polenta Pie is a delicious and hearty vegetarian dish that combines layers of creamy polenta, flavorful black beans, and melted cheese. The polenta is cooked until smooth and creamy, then spread into a baking dish. The black beans are seasoned with Mexican spices and layered on top of the polenta, followed by a generous amount of cheese. The pie is baked until the cheese is melted and bubbly, creating a satisfying and comforting meal.

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4hr 15minstotal
15minsPrep
4hr Cook
4hr 15m.total
15m.Prep
4hr Cook
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Ingredients for Mexican Polenta Pie Recipe

  • 0.08 cup Polenta
  • 0.33 cup Water
  • 0.08 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 0.08 Onion, Diced
  • 0.17 cloves Cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 0.08 can Black Beans, Drained And Rinsed
  • 0.08 can Diced Tomatoes
  • 0.08 teaspoon Cumin
  • 0.08 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • As required Salt To Taste
  • 0.17 cup Shredded Cheese

Directions: Mexican Polenta Pie Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375掳F (190掳C) and grease a baking dish.
  • STEP 2.Cook the polenta according to the package instructions until it is smooth and creamy.
  • STEP 3.Spread the cooked polenta into the greased baking dish.
  • STEP 4.In a separate pan, heat the olive oil and saut茅 the onion and garlic until they are soft and fragrant.
  • STEP 5.Add the black beans, diced tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, and salt to the pan and cook until heated through.
  • STEP 6.Spread the black bean mixture over the polenta in the baking dish.
  • STEP 7.Top the black bean mixture with shredded cheese.
  • STEP 8.Bake the Mexican Polenta Pie in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • STEP 9.Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Storage and Serving

  • Mexican Polenta Pie is best served fresh and hot.
  • You can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To reheat the pie, place it in a preheated oven at 350掳F (175掳C) for about 15-20 minutes, or until heated through.
Nutrition
value
203
calories per serving
9 g Fat11 g Protein16 g Carbs10 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    9g
  • Protein
    11g
  • Carbs
    16g
  • Fiber
    10g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    16g
  • Protein
    11g
  • Fiber
    10g

Fats

  • Fat
    9g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    154mg
  • Iron
    3mg
  • Vitamin A
    312mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    2mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    39mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    12mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    89mg
  • Manganese
    11mg
  • Phosphorus
    121mg
  • Selenium
    6mcg
  • Zinc
    1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp