Ingredient
What is Polenta?
Pronounced /poh-LEN-tah/
Definition
Polenta is cornmeal cooked into a soft porridge, or cooled and sliced for grilling or frying.
Soft polenta is a common base for sausage and tomato sauces in northern Italy.
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Sausage and peppers takes about 30 to 40 minutes total. Brown whole sausages 10 to 12 minutes over medium heat, soften peppers and onions 12 to 15 minutes, then simmer everything together 8 to 10 minutes until the sausage reaches 160°F (71°C) in the center.