Cheap Polenta with Marinara Sauce
This budget-friendly dish combines creamy polenta with a flavorful marinara sauce, making it a comforting and satisfying meal. Perfect for a quick dinner, it's both easy to prepare and made from inexpensive pantry staples.
Cuisine: American
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 1 cup polenta
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- 1. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil and add 1 teaspoon of salt.
- 2. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of polenta, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
- 3. Reduce heat to low and cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
- 4. While the polenta is cooking, heat a separate pan over medium heat and add the minced garlic, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 5. Add the crushed tomatoes and dried oregano to the pan with garlic, stirring well and simmering for about 10 minutes.
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