Dine On A Dime: Sausage & Pepper Topped Polenta Slices

When chips ‘n dip just isn’t enough when having friends over, Hillshire Farm has the recipes you need for a fun-filled experience! After you have put the final touches on your plans for the evening, Hillshire Farm will seal the deal. Whether you want to show off your skills with creative recipes such as Fiesta Tostadas or really be the talk of the town with Sausage and Pineapple Quesadillas, Hillshire Farm has got you covered. Now, you can spend more time entertaining and less time in the kitchen. Good thing is you’ll never have to worry about what to do with leftovers!!!!! Sausage and Pepper Topped Polenta Slices Love making party platters? How about one that’s ready to eat in three easy steps? Hillshire Farm Beef Smoked Sausage headlines a delicious recipe nestled on polenta slices and topped with pepper and basil. Ingredients 1 pkg. Hillshire Farm Beef Smoked Sausage 1 tube (16 ounces) polenta, cut into 12 slices 2 green bell peppers, chopped 2 medium onions, chopped 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning 3 plum tomatoes, cored, cut into 4 slices each 1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta or goat cheese Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional) Subsitutes: Smoked Sausage, Lite Smoked Sausage, Turkey Smoked Sausage Directions: 1.    Preheat oven to 350F.  Cut sausage in half lengthwise, then cut into ” slices; set aside.   Lightly grease a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.  Place polenta slices on sheet and bake 20 minutes.  Top each polenta round with a tomato slice; sprinkle with cheese.  Bake 4-5 minutes longer or until cheese starts to melt. 2.    While polenta bakes, heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for 3 minutes.  Add sausage, peppers, onions and Italian seasoning.  Cook, stirring frequently 8-10 minute or until vegetables are tender. 3.    Transfer 2 polenta stacks to each plate.  Top with cup of sausage mixture.  Garnish with fresh basil if desired.