A circular plate with a bed of creamy polenta in the center, surrounded by a ring of bright red tomato sauce. On top of the polenta is a mix of roasted vegetables, including bright yellow squash, deep green zucchini, and bright red cherry tomatoes. The veggies are topped with a mix of crunchy and creamy cheese, including Parmesan shavings, goat cheese crumbles, and melted mozzarella. The cheese is garnished with a sprinkle of fresh herbs.

New York City Cheese Feast

Name: New York City Cheese Feast
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: polenta, 1 cup; water, 4 cups; salt, 1/2 teaspoon; butter, 2 tablespoons; Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup grated; yellow squash, 1 sliced thin; zucchini, 1 sliced thin; cherry tomatoes, 1 cup halved; tomato sauce, 1/2 cup; goat cheese, 4 ounces crumbled; mozzarella cheese, 4 ounces shredded; olive oil, 2 tablespoons; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; Fresh herbs, for garnish

Category Main Course

Prep 20 minutes

Cook 30 minutes

Style American

Technique Boiling

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily Recipe: June 04, 2023

Happy Cheese Day! For this special day, we're making a dish that is both iconic and visually stunning. This recipe highlights the versatility of cheese as a star ingredient. With a mix of classic and modern flavors, this recipe is perfect for a festive occasion or a cozy night in.

Ingredients (for 4)

Polenta - 1 cup
Water - 4 cups
Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
Butter - 2 tablespoons
Parmesan cheese - 1/2 cup - grated
Yellow squash - 1 - sliced thin
Zucchini - 1 - sliced thin
Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup - halved
Tomato sauce - 1/2 cup
Goat cheese - 4 ounces - crumbled
Mozzarella cheese - 4 ounces - shredded
Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Salt - - to taste
Pepper - - to taste
Fresh herbs - - for garnish

Preparation

Step 1 - 🌊🔥💧

In a large pot over medium-high heat, bring water and salt to a boil.
Step 2 - 🍚🌊🥄

Slowly pour in the polenta, whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
Step 3 - 🍚🕰️🔥

Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally for 10-15 minutes or until the polenta thickens.
Step 4 - 🧈🧀🥄

Add butter and Parmesan cheese to the polenta and stir until combined.
Step 5 - 🥒🍅🔥

In a large bowl, toss the squash, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast in the oven at 400°F for 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
Step 6 - 🍅🍝💫

Spread tomato sauce evenly on a large plate, creating a ring around the edge.
Step 7 - 🥄🍚🍽️

Spoon polenta in the center of the plate, forming a circle.
Step 8 - 🍅🥒🍚

Top polenta with roasted vegetables.
Step 9 - 🧀🐐🧀

Scatter crumbled goat cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese over the vegetables.
Step 10 - 🌿🍴👀

Garnish with fresh herbs over the dish before serving.

Additional

This recipe can be modified by using any combination of your favorite roasted vegetables and cheeses. Kids can help by shredding cheese, halving cherry tomatoes, and spreading the tomato sauce on the plate.