Roasted Garlic Polenta

Directions

1. 1
   In a heavy bottom pot, bring 5 cups of water and sea salt to a boil.
2. 2
   Mix together the remaining 3 1/2 cups of water and corn grits in a bowl.
3. 3
   When the pot of water comes to a boil, add the cornmeal mixture and stir quickly and continuously until the entire mixture is well blended.
4. 4
   Add the roasted garlic paste.
5. 5
   Reduce the heat so that the polenta is at a low simmer, stirring frequently.
6. 6
   Continue to do so until the polenta pulls away from the pot (about 35 minutes).
7. 7
   Pour the polenta into a baking sheet to cool.
8. 8
   Cut into desired shape (squares for the Napoleon) and pan fry in olive oil until golden in color.
9. 9
   To build the Polenta Napoleon:
10. 10
    Place a bed of smoky greens on the plate and top with a polenta square.
11. 11
    Top the square with a ladle of rosemary-scented white beans.
12. 12
    Top the beans with another polenta square.
13. 13
    Decorate the plate with roasted carrot sauce.