Italian Sausage with Polenta

Total Time:Prep: 15 min. Cook: 25 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Mary Bilyeu

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Jun. 27, 2023

This turkey and broccoli mixture over polenta is quick, easy and tastes great. Nutritious and delicious, it makes a comforting meal on a weeknight. –Mary Bilyeu of Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Italian Sausage with Polenta

Contest Winner
Yield:6 servings
Prep:15 min
Cook:25 min

Ingredients

  • 1 package (19-1/2 ounces) Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2-1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons prepared pesto
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • Shaved Parmesan cheese, optional
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Directions

  1. In a large nonstick skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in broccoli. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 5-7 minutes or until broccoli is tender.
  2. Stir in the tomatoes, pesto, pepper flakes and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, for polenta, bring broth to a boil in a small heavy saucepan. Reduce heat to a gentle boil; slowly whisk in cornmeal. Continue stirring for 10-12 minutes or until polenta is thickened and has a smooth texture. Serve with sausage mixture. Garnish with cheese if desired.