1 package Organic Ready-Made Polenta ($3.79)
1 cup Grated Mozzarella Cheese (about $0.75)
15-oz Can Organic Tomato Sauce ($2.29)
2 cups Spinach (about $1.20)
1 Zucchini (about $0.50)
1 cup Shiitake Mushrooms (about $0.75)
1 Yellow Onion (about $0.55)
Grand total: $9.83
Chop the onion, zucchini and shiitake mushrooms. Saute the onion until slightly caramelized, add the zucchini and shiitakes and continue cooking over medium heat for an additional 7 minutes. Add the spinach and can of tomato sauce. Season to taste.
Cut polenta into 1/2-inch slices. Layer the polenta in large baking or casserole dish. Pour the sauce over the polenta. Top with cheese. Bake in the oven at 375 degrees F for 25 minutes.
Bon appétit!
Cook's Note:
Polenta can be homemade ahead of time, then cut up and baked in the same way or even pan fried until crisp. I like the versatility of the ready-made polenta. You may top this dish with any sauce and bake in the oven in the same way. I also like to serve it as a small appetizer by creating individual portions using small baking dishes. It is always a hit and looks fantastic served this way. You may also complement this dish with a side salad and some toasted bread.
