Polenta Toasts
This is a quick and easy appetizer that is great to serve anytime of year. No baking required! Simply top the polenta with any of your favorite toppings. The possibilities are endless!
Ingredients
1 ¼ cups polenta
4 cups water
salt to taste
Assorted toppings:
Hummus
Grape tomatoes
Kalamata olives
Sundried tomatoes
Sautéed mushrooms
Roasted red pepper
Fresh herbs
Instructions
Line a 9 “ X 13 “ baking dish with non-stick foil. Set aside.
Using a heavy bottom stainless steel saucepan, bring the water and salt to a boil. Gently whisk in polenta and reduce heat to low. Continue to whisk until polenta thickens and all of the water has absorbed, approximately 5 to 10 minutes. Pour polenta in baking dish and spread out into a smooth layer. Let cool, then place in the refrigerator for a couple of hours to set up.
Remove from refrigerator and cut into diamond shapes. Garnish with any toppings you choose and serve.
