Poached Eggs on Grilled Polenta Cakes Recipe

Sunday Brunch

How to make the best meal of the week even better.

Sydney Oland

About the author: Sydney Oland lives in Somerville, Mass. Find more information at sydneyoland.com (or read eatingnosetotail.com)

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1.

Line a 9- by 9-inch square baking pan with plastic wrap so that all sides and bottom are covered. Heat water, milk, red pepper flakes, and thyme in a large saucepan over medium high heat. When just beginning to simmer add polenta and cook until thickened, about 4 minutes. Remove thyme and season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour into lined baking sheet and let cool to room temperature then cover and refrigerate overnight.
2.

Allow the cakes to come to room temperature, then remove from pan and cut into 8 pieces. Preheat a grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat and rub with oil.Grill polenta until browned and crisp on both sides, about 10 minutes total. Set aside and keep warm.
3.

Poach eggs according to instructions in this video. Divide polenta cakes between four plates, top each with an egg, sprinkle with chives, and serve.