Party Polenta

Polenta makes a great addition to the great party spread. Bake it in a pan, then let it cool and set fully. Cut it into small pieces, and bake those in the oven to crisp up the edges and warm up for eating. Yum.

ingredients:

2 tbsp coconut oil
1 cup finely chopped onion

3 cups diced tomatoes

1 cup corn kernels (I used frozen organic to avoid Monsanto)

2 cups organic corn meal

6 cups boiling water (there was still liquid left from the tomatoes)
4 tsp sea salt
1 tsp chili powder
1 tbsp marjoram


directions:

in a very large sauté pan
1. saute the onion
2. add the tomatoes and cook down a little
3. add the corn and continue to cook down until the tomatoes are deconstructed
4. add the water and the seasonings
6. add the corn meal and stir gently until totally combined. Turn of the heat and stir  until a little thickened
7. divide into 2 square glass pans that have been generously oiled or one large rectangle pan that has received the same treatment
8. sprinkle the top with granulated garlic and dried rosemary if desired
9. bake at 345 for 60 minutes
10. let cool and set
11. cut into 'fingers' or squares.
12. pieces can be heated on a lined baking sheet in the oven before serving, or pan fried in oil if desired.