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Canadian Oka and Turkey Polenta Gratin

Canadian Oka and Turkey Polenta Gratin
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
19 min
Yields
4 servings

 

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ingredients

1
Tbsp (15 ml) butter
6
slices ¾-inch (2-cm) thick prepared polenta log (3-inch/7.5-cm) diameter
8
oz (250 g) extra lean fresh-ground turkey
cup (150 ml) tomato-basil pasta sauce
cup (75 ml) chopped roasted red peppers
1
clove clove garlic minced
1
cup (250 ml) smooth Canadian Ricotta cheese
1
Tbsp (15 ml) prepared basil pesto
2
tsp (10 ml) finely grated lemon zest
¼
tsp (1 ml) pepper
1 ½
cup (375 ml) baby spinach leaves
1
cup (250 ml) shredded Canadian Oka cheese
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directions

Step 1

Position oven rack 6-inches (15 cm) from broiler. Preheat broiler.

Step 2

In a large non-stick skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat and brown polenta slices on both sides, about 4 minutes per side. Place into a 13 x 9-inch (3 L) glass baking dish.

Step 3

In same skillet, brown turkey meat over medium-high heat, breaking up with a spoon, for about 5 minutes or until no longer pink and lightly browned. Stir in tomato sauce, roasted red peppers and garlic; bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes. Transfer to small bowl.

Step 4

In a bowl, mix Canadian Ricotta cheese, pesto, lemon zest and pepper. Place spinach leaves on polenta slices and spread evenly with Ricotta mixture. Spoon turkey mixture on top and sprinkle with Canadian Oka cheese.

Step 5

Broil for 2 minutes or until cheese is golden brown.

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