Gourmet Grilled Polenta Crostini
Savory grilled polenta crostini topped with a variety of flavorful fillings. Perfect for a light lunch or appetizer.
Equipment Needed
- Baking dish
- Griddle or skillet
- Knife
- Saucepan
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 200.00 gInstant polenta cornmeal(Use high-quality polenta for best results.)
- 800.00 mlWater(Filtered water is recommended.)
- 1.00 tspSalt(Use sea salt for a more intense flavor.)
- 2.00 tbspOlive oil(High-quality extra virgin olive oil.)
- 1.00 lbRoasted Italian sausage(Pre-cooked for convenience.)
- 50.00 gFresh mozzarella(Use fresh mozzarella for a creamy texture.)
- 80.00 gGorgonzola cheese(Use a sharp gorgonzola for a bold flavor.)
- 30.00 gWalnuts(Chopped walnuts for added crunch.)
- 150.00 gRoasted broccoli florets(Roasted for extra flavor and texture.)
- 2.00 clovesGarlic(Minced garlic for aroma.)
- 1.00 pinchRed pepper flakes(For a touch of heat.)
- 4.00 filletsAnchovy fillets(Use high-quality anchovies.)
Instructions
Bring water to a boil in a saucepan, add salt and polenta cornmeal.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Whisk constantly until polenta thickens (approx. 5 minutes).
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Grease a rectangular baking dish with olive oil.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Pour polenta into the dish, spreading evenly. Let it set for 10 minutes.
Estimated time: 10 minutes
Cut polenta into 12 squares.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Heat a griddle or skillet over medium-high heat.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Grill polenta squares for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Estimated time: 10 minutes
Top 4 squares with cooked Italian sausage.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Top 4 squares with mozzarella.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Top 4 squares with gorgonzola and walnuts.
Estimated time: 2 minutes
Top remaining squares with roasted broccoli, garlic, red pepper flakes, and anchovy fillets.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Estimated time: 1 minutes