if only the word ‘egg’ started with a “p” this would be the perfect plate. okay, i’d done.

polenta with parsley pesto and a poached egg | things i made today

remember my phase where i put poached eggs on top of everything? it’s back. i took a break for a couple of months after three attempts in a row where i overcooked the poached egg. i was very upset with myself. but now, after some reflection, i’ve decided it was time again to poach.

polenta with parsley pesto and a poached egg | things i made today

and i did. with success. time off really brings clarity.

polenta with parsley pesto and a poached egg | things i made today

i hope my sarcasm is coming through in this post and you don’t assume i’m crazy.

Polenta with Parsley Pesto and a Poached Egg
Recipe type: Main Dish
Serves: 4
 
Ingredients
  • 1 cup fresh parsley (or basil, if you prefer a more traditional pesto)
  • ⅓ cup fresh thyme
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ½ cup green olives
  • 2 cups coarsely ground cornmeal
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
  • 4 cups milk (soy, skim, or 2% would all work)
  • 1 cup parmesan, grated
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon light colored vinegar
  • 4 eggs
Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine parsley, thyme, and olive oil. Pulse until herbs are finely chopped. Add in olives and pulse a couple more times until they are coarsely chopped. Set aside.
  2. In a large pot, bring stock and milk to a slow boil. Add in cornmeal, mixing well.
  3. Stir frequently until mixture thickens, about 20 minutes.
  4. Add in parmesan and continue to stir until polenta reaches your desired thickness. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  5. To poach eggs, bring a small pot of water to boil. Add in vinegar, reduce heat to medium so bubbles still form but water isn't roiling.
  6. Crack an egg into a ⅓ or ½ measuring cup. Slip the egg into the water and remove measuring cup. Poach for 3½ to 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon transfer poached egg to a bowl of cold water.
  7. To assemble dish, plate polenta. Sprinkle with pesto mixture and place poached egg on top.

 

recipe adapted from the kitchn

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