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Grilled Shrimp With Polenta

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Ingredients

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1 bunch basil, stemmed
3 cloves garlic
1 1/2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup olive oil
20 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups cold water
2 cups milk
1 cup polenta (coarsely ground cornmeal)
1/3 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Nutritional information

1019.9
Calories
797 g
Calories From Fat
88.6 g
Total Fat
27.1 g
Saturated Fat
130 mg
Cholesterol
1719.3 mg
Sodium
32.9 g
Carbs
2.4 g
Dietary Fiber
1.3 g
Sugars
26.4 g
Protein
425g
Serving Size

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Grilled Shrimp With Polenta

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    Polenta, an Italian specialty now found on menus from coast to coast, is either served soft or cooled, then sliced and fried or baked. Chef Randy Windham's recipe for soft polenta topped with pesto-marinated grilled shrimp is comfort food elevated to a new level of flavor. For a hearty lunch or simple dinner menu, double the portions and accompany with a green salad, Italian country bread and a dish of oil-cured black olives. Recipe by Chef Randy Windham of the Bistro at Maison de Ville, New Orleans, Louisiana.

    • 100 min
    • Serves 4
    • Easy

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    Grilled Shrimp With Polenta, Polenta, an Italian specialty now found on menus from coast to coast, is either served soft or cooled, then sliced and fried or baked Chef Randy Windham’s recipe for soft polenta topped with pesto-marinated grilled shrimp is comfort food elevated to a new level of flavor For a hearty lunch or simple dinner menu, double the portions and accompany with a green salad, Italian country bread and a dish of oil-cured black olives Recipe by Chef Randy Windham of the Bistro at Maison de Ville, New Orleans, Louisiana , Wow! This was so flavorful! We loved the pesto marinade for the shrimp! The polenta was easy to make The balsamic really gave it a nice flavor It took me a few additions of the salt and pepper to get it to the right taste for us Beautiful presentation Thanks for a great recipe that I will definitely be making again


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    Steps

    1
    Done

    ---to Make the Pesto---.

    2
    Done

    in a Food Processor, Pure the Basil Leaves, Garlic, Pine Nuts, Salt and Cheese Until Smooth.

    3
    Done

    With the Motor Running, Add Oil in a Slow, Steady Stream.

    4
    Done

    Pour Into a Medium Bowl, Add the Shrimp and Marinate at Room Temperature For 30 Minutes.

    5
    Done

    '---to Make the Polenta---.

    6
    Done

    in a Large, Heavy Saucepan, Stir the Water, Milk and Cornmeal Together.

    7
    Done

    Cook Over Low Heat Until Thick, Stirring Constantly, About 25 to 30 Minutes.

    8
    Done

    Stir in the Butter and Cheese.

    9
    Done

    Season to Taste With Salt and Pepper.

    10
    Done

    '---the Finale---.

    11
    Done

    Grill the Shrimp Over Medium Coals For 2 to 3 Minutes on Each Side.

    12
    Done

    Divide the Polenta Among 4 Large Flat-Rimmed Soup Dishes.

    13
    Done

    Place Shrimp on Top and Sprinkle With Balsamic Vinegar and Flavored Oil.

    14
    Done

    Sprinkle With Parmesan Cheese and Chives.

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