Creamy Italian Beans and Polenta Appetizers

Photo: Kristi Rimkus

Ingredients

1 package polenta, sliced into 12 slices

1 can cannellini beans

1 cup spaghetti sauce

1 tablespoon basil, chopped

1 tablespoon oregano, chopped

1 teaspoon thyme, chopped

1 cup mushroom , chopped

6 tablespoons parmesan cheese , shredded

Preparation

Combine beans, spaghetti sauce, mushrooms, basil, oregano and thyme in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 5 minutes to heat through and blend flavors.

Heat non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and spray with cooking spray. Brown polenta on both sides, 5 minutes per side.

Preheat broiler.

Spray non-stick cookie sheet with cooking spray and mound bean mixture over polenta. Top with cheese, and broil until bubbly and lightly browned.

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About

This is a colorful appetizer of cannellini beans, mushrooms, and fresh basil that tops creamy polenta. Sprinkle a little parmesan cheese on top, then pop in the oven. Simple and delicious!