Grilled Polenta Cakes with Fontina Cheese

This grilled polenta side dish makes a wonderful addition to any grilled meats. Try it with grilled chicken or pork next time you have a cookout.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 6 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 package precooked polenta about 24 ounces
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 2 ounces Fontina cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 pepper flakes

Preparation:

Preheat grill for medium heat. Combine tomatoes, salt, pepper flakes, and parsley in a small bowl. Cut polenta into 12 slices. Brush with olive oil and place on grill rack. Cook on direct heat until one side is golden brown. Turn slices, place grated cheese on top and grill polenta for an additional 5-6 minutes. Remove polenta from heat and top off with tomato-herb topping.

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