Polenta Soup
Creamy, comforting, and delightfully simple, Polenta Soup is the perfect blend of hearty textures and wholesome flavors. This rustic Italian-inspired recipe combines a medley of sautéed vegetables—onion, garlic, carrot, and celery—with velvety polenta gently simmered in rich chicken or vegetable broth. Finished with a touch of parmesan cheese and heavy cream, this soup is irresistibly smooth and flavorful, offering a luxurious yet accessible meal in just 40 minutes. Garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finishing touch, Polenta Soup is ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or a comforting lunch. Whether you’re searching for a gluten-free option or simply craving a bowl of silky warmth, this recipe is sure to satisfy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 medium celery stalk, diced
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup polenta (cornmeal)
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Gradually whisk in the polenta while continuously stirring to prevent lumps from forming.
Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to keep the polenta from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
Once the polenta is fully cooked and the soup has thickened slightly, stir in the grated parmesan cheese and heavy cream.
Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.
Ladle the polenta soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1390 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.5 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.4 g | 167% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 140 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 8068 mg | 351% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.9 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.3 g | ||
| Protein | 30.7 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 436 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1300 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
