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SkinnyMS

Slow Cooker Cheddar Polenta with Winter Greens

This creamy Italian polenta dish is comforting, delicious, and rich in protein.
Cook Time2 hours 15 minutes
Total Time2 hours 15 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Gluten-Free, Slow Cooker, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 473kcal
Author: SkinnyMs.

Ingredients

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Polenta

  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/3 cup coarse cornmeal or corn grits
  • 1/4 cup half and half
  • 1 cup white cheddar cheese grated

Greens

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound dark leafy winter greens such as chard, lake, or collards
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • sea salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
  • goat cheese crumbled, for garnish

Instructions

  • Put the polenta and milk in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir in 1 tablespoon butter and whisk until there are no clumps. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to your slow cooker, and cook on high for about 2 hours.
  • Before serving the polenta, make the greens. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and garlic, sauté for a minute and add the leafy greens. Cook until wilted, for about 2 minutes. Add the lemon juice.
  • When you’re ready to serve, stir the half and half and cheddar into the polenta. Top the polenta with greens and a sprinkle of goat cheese. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup polenta and 1/2 cup greens | Calories: 473kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 273mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 7g |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 16
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SmartPoints (Freestyle): 16
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 16