Spinach-Mushroom Polenta Stuffing

This Spinach-Mushroom Polenta Stuffing is a tasty vegan alternative to regular stuffing thats great for any event, not just holidays. Sauted mushrooms, onions, and spinach are mixed with creamy polenta to make a dish that is both comforting and good for you.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup polenta
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
• 4 cups fresh spinach
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast

Instructions:

In a medium saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil

Slowly whisk in polenta, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened

Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat

Add onion and garlic, saut until softened, about 3-4 minutes

Add mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they release their liquid and become tender, about 5-6 minutes

Stir in fresh spinach, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper

Cook until spinach is wilted, about 2-3 minutes

Once the polenta is cooked, remove from heat and stir in nutritional yeast

Fold the spinach-mushroom mixture into the polenta until well combined

Serve warm as a side dish or stuffing