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Oven-Baked Cheesy Polenta with Okra

A cheese lover's delight, this oven-baked polenta is combined with okra for a phenomenal showing. If you prefer goat cheese, blue cheese or some other flavor, feel free to substitute cheeses to your liking. This recipe will melt your heart.


Oven-Baked Cheesy Polenta with Okra

Ingredients

For 6 people

  • 4 cup(s) water, divided
  • 6 small fresh okra pods
  • 1 cup(s) uncooked quick-cooking grits
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup(s) butter, cut into pieces
  • 8 ounce(s) block sharp Cheddar cheese, cubed

Directions

Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a large saucepan over medium heat; add okra, and cook 10 minutes. Remove okra with a slotted spoon, reserving liquid in pan; cool okra slightly, and coarsely chop. Add remaining 2 cups water to reserved liquid; bring to a boil. Gradually stir in grits and salt; return to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 5 to 7 minutes. Gradually whisk about one-fourth of hot grits into eggs; add to remaining hot mixture, whisking constantly. Whisk in butter. Stir in okra and cheese. Spoon into a lightly greased 11- x 7-inch baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 55 to 60 minutes or until set.
Ready in 1 ½ hour

Nutrition facts

  • Kcal: 285.33 kcal
  • Fibers (g): 1.71g
  • Sodium (mg): 462.09mg
  • Carbs: 21.67g
  • Fat: 14.42g
  • Saturated fat (g): 7.49g
  • Proteins: 14.33g