SOUTHWEST BLACK BEANS POLENTA CASSEROLE

GLUTEN-FREE & VEGETARIAN

Southwest black beans polenta casserole is a gluten-free, vegetarian casserole made with black beans, polenta, peppers, cheese, and more. An easy, healthy, freezer friendly dinner recipe!

1) In a large pot, cook the polenta according to package instructions.  2) When polenta is almost done, add the butter and shredded cheese. 

HOW TO MAKE

3) Stir in the garlic, onion, salt, chili powder, eggs, and coconut flour and mix into polenta. 4) Evenly spread polenta into bottom of 9x13 casserole dish.

HOW TO MAKE

5) Toss the drained and rinsed black beans with spices then layer onto polenta. 6) Next, layer with tomatoes and green chiles peppers. 

HOW TO MAKE

7) Top with shredded cheese and bake for 30-35 minutes.  8) Remove from oven and cover with foil, bake an additional 5-10 minutes.

HOW TO MAKE

Optional toppings for serving are:  - avocado slices - sour cream - jalapeño slices - fresh cilantro

HOW TO SERVE

Being a wholesome meatless meal, this casserole can easily be a dinner or breakfast! A filling dinner with a little heat. 

DINNER OR BREAKFAST?

This casserole is easy to make ahead for a meal prep recipe. Make the entire casserole and simply heat in the oven when ready to serve. 

MEAL PREP

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