For a twist on traditional pizza, the crust on these appetizers are made with broiled polenta. Layer with basil and thyme flavored goat cheese and sautéed peppers and mushrooms.

Makes 24 (1 appetizer) servings.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutritional Information

For 1 serving
Calories: 55
Sodium: 119mg
Fat: 3g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Cholesterol: 5mg
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g

Polenta Pizzas with Herbed Goat Cheese

• Low Calorie  • Low Fat

Ingredients

5 ounces goat cheese (chèvre)
1 teaspoon McCormick® Gourmet Collection Basil Leaves
1 teaspoon McCormick® Gourmet Collection Thyme Leaves
1 tablespoon oil
2 cups sliced mushrooms
1 red bell pepper, cut in 1/4-inch strips and halved
1 roll (24 ounces) ready-to-eat polenta

Directions

1. Mix goat cheese, basil and thyme in small bowl until well blended. Set aside.

2. Heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and bell pepper; cook and stir 8 minutes or until peppers are tender. Remove from heat; keep warm.

3. Cut polenta into 24 (1/4-inch) thick slices. Place slices on large baking sheet coated with no stick cooking spray. Broil 5 to 7 minutes per side. Spread herbed cheese mixture on each polenta slice. Top with mushrooms and peppers. Serve warm.

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