Polenta e Salsiccia

Name: Polenta e Salsiccia
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 4 Italian sausage links (sweet or hot); 1 cup polenta or coarse cornmeal; 4 cups water or chicken broth; 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes; 1/2 cup red wine; 1 onion, sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste

Published: June 17, 2026 | Italian Cuisine | ⏱ 50 min

Creamy polenta topped with Italian sausages in rich tomato sauce

Polenta e Salsiccia is a beloved rustic dish from Northern Italy. Creamy, buttery polenta acts as a velvety canvas for plump, savory Italian sausages braised in a robust tomato and red wine sauce. It's the kind of hearty, peasant-style cooking that warms you from the inside out on a cold evening.

Recipe Info

Prep Time10 min

Cook Time40 min

Total Time50 min

Servings4

DifficultyEasy

CuisineItalian

Stir the polenta constantly to prevent lumps and scorching on the bottom of the pot.
For extra richness, stir in a splash of heavy cream with the butter.

Nutrition Information

Calories	550 kcal
Protein	24g
Fat	28g
Saturated Fat	11g
Carbohydrates	45g
Fiber	4g
Sugar	8g
Sodium	980mg

* Nutritional values are approximate and based on per-serving calculations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, instant polenta cooks in about 5 minutes and is a great time-saver, though traditional slow-cooked polenta has a slightly deeper flavor and texture.

Rating

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.5 (109 votes)

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