Squash, Pepper and Polenta Casserole
This firm-textured casserole, full of garden-fresh vegetables, can be sliced like a pie and served at room temperature.
Squash, Pepper and Polenta Casserole
Squash, Pepper and Polenta Casserole
Squash, Pepper and Polenta Casserole
Ingredients
- 1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter
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1/2 tablespoon olive oil
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1 small onion, coarsely chopped
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1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/2 -inch dice
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2 small red-skinned new potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4 -inch dice
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2 large garlic cloves, minced
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1 medium yellow squash, cut into 3/4 -inch dice
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1 medium zucchini, cut into 3/4 -inch dice
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1/2 cup polenta
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tablespoon thyme leaves
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
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1 cup milk
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2 large eggs
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6 tablespoons grated Gruyère cheese (2 ounces)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°. Generously butter a 9-inch round baking dish. In a large heavy skillet, melt the butter in the oil over moderately high heat. Add the onion, bell pepper and potatoes and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until the vegetables are partially softened but not browned, about 2 minutes. Add the squash and zucchini and cook, stirring, until almost tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, toss together the polenta, flour, Parmesan, thyme, salt and pepper. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs, then whisk them into the polenta mixture until combined. Stir the vegetables into the loose batter and spread it in the prepared baking dish. Bake on the middle shelf of the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until firm. Sprinkle the Gruyère on top and bake for about 7 minutes, or until golden around the edges. Serve hot or at room temperature.
Squash, Pepper and Polenta Casserole
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