Grilled Polenta with Fontina

Precooked polenta comes in a log shape and may be found in the dairy section of your supermarket.

PREP: 10 minutes GRILL: about 10 minutes

MAKES: 6 side-dish servings

2 ripe medium tomatoes (6 to 8 ounces each),
chopped

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

¼ teaspoon salt

teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper

1 package (24 ounces) precooked polenta,
cut into 12 slices

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 ounces Fontina cheese, shredded (½ cup;
see Tip)

1. Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over medium heat.

2. In small bowl, combine tomatoes, parsley, salt, and pepper; set aside.

3. Brush both sides of polenta slices with oil. Place slices on hot grill rack and grill until undersides are golden, about 5 minutes. Turn slices and top with cheese. Grill polenta just until cheese melts, about 5 minutes longer. Transfer to platter and top with tomato mixture.

EACH SERVING: About 150 calories, 5g protein, 19g carbohydrate, 5g total fat (2g saturated), 11mg cholesterol, 380mg sodium

TIP: Can’t find Fontina? Substitute Monterey Jack or Muenster cheese. To save time, top the grilled polenta with store-bought pesto or salsa instead of our fresh tomato topping.