Polenta Soup Recipe

This comforting and flavorful Polenta Soup recipe, adapted from Michele Urvater's Monday to Friday Cookbook, is a delicious weeknight meal! While delightful on its own, it's perfectly paired with ham or grilled cheese sandwiches for a heartier experience. Easily customizable, this recipe offers a vegetarian option by simply swapping chicken stock for vegetable stock or water. Get ready for a creamy, cheesy delight that's both satisfying and simple to make!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 282.8 kcal
Protein 27g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Polenta Soup

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How to Make Polenta Soup

  1. Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
  2. Open and drain the can of crushed tomatoes, reserving the juices.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  4. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  5. Add the minced garlic, crushed tomatoes, reserved tomato juices, chicken (or vegetable) stock, corn, and jalapeños (if using).
  6. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and cook gently for 15 minutes.
  7. Meanwhile, rinse and mince the fresh cilantro.
  8. While whisking constantly, slowly drizzle the polenta into the simmering soup. Continue whisking to prevent lumps.
  9. Simmer gently, uncovered, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the polenta has thickened, about 10 minutes.
  10. Season the soup to taste with salt and pepper.
  11. Right before serving, stir in the lemon or lime juice, minced cilantro, and Parmesan cheese (if using).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

39g

Fat

7g

Carbs

15g