Keep a roll of prepared polenta and grape tomatoes on hand and you can whip up this delicious appetizer in about 15 minutes.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1/2 (17-ounce) tube prepared polenta
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, chopped
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
Preparation:
Slice half of the polenta into 1/3" slices (refrigerate remaining half for another use). Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Fry polenta slices over medium-high heat, turning once, until browned and crisp, about 6-7 minutes.
While polenta is frying, combine remaining ingredients in medium bowl and let stand.
When polenta is crisp, drain on paper towels, then transfer to serving plate and top each with a spoonful of the tomato mixture. Serve immediately.
