Cheesy Polenta Pie Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 cups cold water
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 1/2 cups coarsely ground yellow corn meal (polenta)
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped sundried tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1308g | |
| Calories 1362 | |
| Calories from Fat 403 | 30% |
| Total Fat 45.77g | 57% |
| Saturated Fat 25.51g | 102% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 114mg | 38% |
| Sodium 5550mg | 231% |
| Potassium 455mg | 13% |
| Total Carbs 191.97g | 51% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.5g | 32% |
| Sugars 4.54g | 3% |
| Protein 41.82g | 67% |
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