This baked polenta lasagna is an easy-to-make rendition of the traditional recipe, yet still holds true to the original in that it requires traditional ingredients, such as fresh tomato sauce, Parmesan cheese and creamy mozzarella di bufala.
While living in Italy I learned the art of creating delicious, impromptu recipes without specific recipe planning or a ton of ingredients. Sometimes, simple is best-meaning only a few fresh ingredients is all you need to create a delicious dish full of flavour!
Most of my inspiration for recipes comes out of sheer necessity (i.e., the need to consume pantry and fridge items on the brink of expiration!). On this particular day I had leftover homemade tomato sauce, two pieces of mozzarella di bufala in the fridge and half a package of instant cornmeal in the pantry.
This is a simple recipe to follow and is much less daunting, and not to mention less time-consuming than preparing traditional lasagna. Simply combine all the ingredients in one pot, stir to combine then bake!
When served piping hot, this baked polenta lasagna has a creamy and soft texture, similar to traditionally cooked polenta. On the other hand, the longer it sits the more it will firm up. It’s just as delicious the following day and lends well to a baby-led weaning diet as you can chop the pieces into tiny, bite-size cubes for your little ones.
Oh gosh, this makes me crave for one since I haven’t eaten yet lol!
Okay, so hungry now! This looks so incredibly delicious! Thanks for sharing.
Love, love, love polenta! I know my twin girls would love this. I’ve been in a rut with cooking for them. Your recipes are great – I love all the various healthy foods and tastes they can experience by me trying them out! Thanks!
Thank you so much! I really do hope to inspire people with my recipes…hope you try it!
This has to be one of the most interesting recipes that I have seen recently. I do love polenta so it would be pretty neat to try.
Thank you! I do think it’s quite a unique recipe…but also so easy and simple to make! I hope you do try it!
This looks so good to me, and I totally agree that sometimes simple is best. In fact, with my food, it’s usually the simple I prefer.
As long as you have fresh ingredients, right?! 😉
I’ve never seen a lasagna like this. Sounds pretty good. Going to have to pin it. I don’t have a lot of experience with polenta but I am willing to try.
It’s not as difficult to make as you might think! Just be sure to whisk it to avoid clumping!
Nom! I absolutely love lasagna! That is interesting though with cornmeal as one of the ingredients. Got to try that.
Wow, this lasagna looks so yummy; this is something I’d really want to eat!
This looks so delicious! I have never tried cooking with Polenta before. I will have to try making this recipe this week. I am sure my family will love it.
It’s pretty much foolproof….just be sure to constantly whisk the polenta so it doesn’t get lumpy!
what a yummy looking recipe! I would love to make this for my little family! Thanks for posting!
OOoh yummy! I’m a huge lasagna fan. Will definitely try this recipe, it looks delicious.
I am in the office right now and this post is making super hungry! Lasagna is a household favorite and I will do this at home.
Awesome! I’d love some feedback on the recipe!
Is that lasagna made healthy? Really looks yummy! I’m
really craving for this Italian treat!
I guess it depends on how much mozzarella you put in it?!? lol!
That recipe looks easy to do. The baked polenta lasagna will be a huge hit at home because we love the delicious flavor of tomatoes and cheese. Nice presentation and plating!
Thanks! You should try it…it’s a great on-the-fly meal to make on a busy weeknight!
This looks so delicious and I love the recipe! Lasagna is one of my favorite pasta dishes to make!
Yup, I could most definitely eat that. It looks really tasty, good job!
This looks absolutely delicious! I’m totally adding it the meal plan!
Any kind of lasagne is my favorite kind. This, my friend, looks absolutely wonderful.
Thank you!
Wow – I’ve never known what polenta was and this does look soooo tasty! Thank you for sharing – I will keep this recipe 🙂
It’s so versatile…you can add more liquid for a creamier version or add less liquid so it’s denser! I love cutting them into squares!
This looks delicious. I pretty much love all types of lasagne and Italian food!
All you need are really fresh ingredients and this turns out delicious!
Looks delicious and tasty lasagna! This one is the favorite of my kids. Me too. We’re love lasagna, but this one looks really yummy.
Wow, this sounds and looks absolutely fantastic. I am going to have to try this. I have never had this before, yummy! Looks so good!
Whoa, fast and fancy! I like it 🙂 I wonder if this freezes well. I like to make large batches of food when I actually cook and then take from the freezer every few days 🙂
I tried freezing a portion…I’d would avoid it! It doesn’t have the same texture and absorbs too much water!
Ahhhhhh this looks absolutely delicious!!!! So have to give this a try! Saving the recipe!
Great!
What an interesting take on lasagna. I’ll have to give this one a try. It looks yummy!
Interesting….and MUCH easier and quicker to make(and just as delicious!)
This sounds wonderful! I love polenta AND lasagne. I’m also going to share this with my girlfriend who is gluten-free. I’ve never heard of instant cornmeal before, though, so I will need to look for that.
It’s very easy to find! I love making polenta because it means that I can enjoy it too (since I eat gluten-free!).
I was talking about polenta the other day.. i found it i was a delicacy.
We love it! Our favourite way to eat it is with a mushroom cream sauce or tomato sauce with sausage and peas!
I have no clue what polenta is, but it looks really good. That is a real comfort food.
It’s basically cornmeal…now you know! 😉
This looks AWESOME! I need to eat this!
You’ll love it! This weather lately is perfect for it too 😉
That’s an awesome share. It sounds and looks delicious. Pinning it.
Thanks!! You’re going to love it 😉