Polenta with Green Beans, Mushrooms, Peas, and Leeks
Polenta with Green Beans, Mushrooms, Peas, and Leeks is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Blanch green beans 1 minute in boiling water.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionBlanch green beans 1 minute in boiling water.
Add peas and cook until both beans and peas are crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.
Transfer to bowl of ice water to cool.
Cut beans on diagonal into 1-inch pieces.
Set beans and peas aside.
Bring milk and broth to boil in large saucepan over high heat.
Reduce heat to medium.
Gradually whisk in polenta.
Reduce heat to low.
Cook until polenta is very thick, whisking almost constantly, about 10 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper.
Remove from heat; cover to keep warm.
Meanwhile, combine leeks and vermouth in medium saucepan.
Boil over medium-high heat until reduced to 1/3 cup, 8 minutes.
Remove from heat.
Gradually whisk in butter, allowing each addition to melt before adding next.
Add cream and whisk over very low heat to blend.
Season with salt and pepper.
Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add mushrooms and sauté until almost tender, 5 minutes.
Stir in shallots, 1 tablespoon parsley, and thyme.
Sauté until mushrooms are very tender, about 5 minutes.
Add beans and peas, tossing to coat.
Rewarm polenta and spoon into large shallow bowl.
Top with green bean mixture and remaining 1 tablespoon parsley.
Rewarm leeks over low heat, whisking constantly; spoon evenly over polenta.
Sold at some supermarkets and at natural foods stores and Italian markets.
If unavailable, substitute an equal amount of regular yellow cornmeal and cook about half as long.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.