Baked Polenta Squares with Beet Cream

Baked Polenta Squares with Beet Cream

healthy and comforting

Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 25m
Total Time: 30m
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Ingredients

Adjust servings:

For polenta:

For beet cream:

For garnish:

Nutritional Information

554
Calories
35.3g
Fat
47.7g
Carbohydrates
16.1g
Protein
112mg
Cholesterol
1204mg
Sodium
Baked Polenta Squares with Beet Cream

Recipe Description

This Baked Polenta Squares with Beet Cream recipe uses simple ingredients and makes for a quick, healthy and delicious 30-minute dinner the whole family will enjoy. This easy polenta is flavored with rosemary, garlic, and lots of cream cheese. Then baked in the oven and served over vibrant and delicious beet cream. Finish it off with Gorgonzola cheese and basil leaves for an Italian-styled dish. It’s so simple but mouthwatering.

For this recipe, I use instant polenta to keep the prep easier and cut down on my cooking time. However, feel free to swap for slow-cooking polenta. Just use what your family loves most. And if you have a hard time finding Gorgonzola, use any blue cheese variety that you like. Enjoy!

To make the Baked Polenta Squares with Beet Cream, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Baked Polenta Squares with Beet Cream

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Preheat oven

    Preheat the oven to 400 °F.

  2. 2

    Cook polenta

    5 min
    Step 2 - Baked Polenta Squares with Beet Cream

    In a pot, bring to a boil 2 ⅓ cups water and stir in 1 ⅕ cups polenta. Let boil, stirring frequently, until the polenta has thickened and starts to bubble, about 3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add cream cheese, garlic, rosemary, salt and pepper

    2 min
    Step 3 - Baked Polenta Squares with Beet Cream

    Stir in 4 ounces cream cheese, 1 finely diced garlic clove, chopped rosemary, kosher salt to taste, and ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Mix well to combine and remove from heat.

  4. 4

    Prepare polenta for baking

    1 min
    Step 4 - Baked Polenta Squares with Beet Cream

    Transfer the polenta to an 11x7-inch oiled baking dish and use a spatula to spread evenly.

  5. 5

    Bake

    20 min
    Step 5 - Baked Polenta Squares with Beet Cream

    Bake the polenta for about 20 minutes.

  6. 6

    Prepare beet cream

    2 min
    Step 6 - Baked Polenta Squares with Beet CreamStep 6 - Baked Polenta Squares with Beet Cream

    Meanwhile, in a blender, puree 6 ounces chopped beets and 6 ½ ounces cream cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Step 7 - Baked Polenta Squares with Beet Cream

    To serve, slice the baked polenta into squares and arrange over the beet cream. Garnish with crumbled Gorgonzola and basil leaves.

About the author

Jelena Mardere

Jelena is an interior designer and young mom! As a busy working mom, her time is precious so she’s always looking for a quick and efficient way to get things done. Jelena is very creative, but has a strong practical side. She loves trying new things and travels a lot, especially around Europe. The kitchen is Jelena’s safe space, where she can let her creative side out and dedicate herself to her favorite hobby - cooking!

Recipe Reviews

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4.8 out of 5 (6 reviews)
Xander McAllister
March 10, 2025
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Delicious!

Lulu
January 26, 2025
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These polenta squares were a hit at family dinner. So easy.

Hannah Smith
July 29, 2023
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Superb!

Hannah
May 30, 2023
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I was so thankfull for this recipe on a busy weeknight! The polenta is super easy and my kids loved it. I used slow-cooking polenta since that’s what I had, and it turned out perfect. The beet cream adds a unique touch that surprised everyone. Will make it again soon

Emma Johnson
May 14, 2023
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OMG, this Baked Polenta Squares with Beet Cream is just the best. I whipped it up for a date night and my date was totally impressed! The flavors pop, and it only took half an hour. Super easy and delish.

Athina
May 17, 2022
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Mouthwatering delicious dish. Thanks for sharing the recipe!

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