Basil Polenta with Beans 'n' Peppers Recipe

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Basil Polenta with Beans 'n' Peppers
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  1. In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil; add 1/2 teaspoon salt. Gradually add cornmeal, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low. Stir in basil. Cook and stir for 10 minutes or until thick and creamy. Transfer to an 8-in. square dish coated with cooking spray. Cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet, saute the peppers, onion and garlic in oil until tender. Stir in the beans, pepper and remaining salt; keep warm.
  3. Cut polenta into four squares; place on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 5 minutes. Turn and broil 5-6 minutes longer or until heated through. Top with vegetable mixture. Yield: 4 servings.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 196.09 Kcal (821 kJ)
Calories from fat 43.63 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.85g 7%
Sodium 599.67mg 25%
Potassium 367.53mg 8%
Total Carbs 34.55g 12%
Sugars 3.36g 13%
Dietary Fiber 5.15g 21%
Protein 5.11g 10%
Vitamin C 65mg 108%
Iron 1.4mg 8%
Calcium 50.1mg 5%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 62.7 Kcal (263 kJ)
Calories from fat 13.95 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.55g 7%
Sodium 191.75mg 25%
Potassium 117.52mg 8%
Total Carbs 11.05g 12%
Sugars 1.07g 13%
Dietary Fiber 1.65g 21%
Protein 1.63g 10%
Vitamin C 20.8mg 108%
Iron 0.5mg 8%
Calcium 16mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 3.5
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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