Creamy Polenta with Savoury Mince

Experience the ultimate comfort food with our Creamy Polenta with Savoury Mince recipe. This dish combines the velvety smoothness of polenta, enriched with milk and cheese, with the hearty flavours of minced beef, onions, mushrooms, and peas. It's a quick and satisfying meal, perfect for busy weeknights or cosy family dinners. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe offers a nutritious and delicious balance that's sure to become a household favourite. Treat yourself to a warm, comforting bowl of creamy polenta topped with savoury mince for a delightful dining experience.

Ingredients

Savoury Mince:

• Spray oil for cooking
• 200g lean minced beef
• 1 tbsp finely chopped onion
• ½ cup (40g) finely chopped mushrooms
• 1½ tsp cornflour
• ½ cup (125mL) chicken stock or water
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• ½ cup (60g) frozen peas

Creamy Polenta:

• ¼ cup (60ml) water
• 1/3 cup (80ml) milk
• 1 tbsp polenta
• 1 tbsp finely grated cheese

Step by Step

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins

Creamy Polenta with Savoury Mince

Savoury Mince:

1. Heat a small frying pan over medium heat and spray with oil. Add the beef, onion, and mushrooms; cook until the beef is cooked through, and the onion is tender.
2. Dissolve the cornflour in ¼ cup (60ml) of chicken stock or water. Add the remaining stock or water and pour the mixture into the beef along with the tomato paste and peas.
3. Bring to a boil and simmer until the mixture is thick and creamy and the peas are tender. For younger babies, process the mixture in a food processor to the desired consistency, adding boiled water if necessary.

Creamy Polenta:

1. Place the water, milk, and polenta in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
2. Cook for 6 minutes or until thick and creamy. Remove from heat and stir in the cheese until it melts.

Tip:

• The savoury mince makes 3 servings. Extra servings can be placed into freezer-proof containers and frozen for up to 1 month.
• The creamy polenta serves one. It’s best to make it fresh each time, as polenta thickens significantly in the fridge and is difficult to reheat to a creamy consistency.