Viewpoint Brewing Co. - Calabrian Chili Relish, Creamy Polenta and Broccolini

Calabrian Chili Relish:

• 1/2 cup Calabrian chilis, chopped

• 1/2 cup shallots, finely diced

• 6 mint leaves, chopped

• 6 basil leaves, chopped

• 2 Tbs agave syrup

• 1/2 cup olive oil

• 1/2 cup red wine vinegar

• Salt & pepper

Broccolini:

• 1 bunch broccolini

• 2 Tbs olive oil

• 1/2 of a lemon

• Salt & pepper

Polenta:

• 1.5 cup polenta

• 6 cup vegetable or chicken stock

• 1 medium shallot, finely diced

• 1 clove garlic, chopped

• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

• 3 Tbs butter

• Salt & pepper

1. Place a large pot of water on the stove and bring to a boil.

2. While waiting for the water to boil, make the relish. Add all relish ingredients to a bowl and mix to combine. Set aside.

3. Once water has come to a boil, carefully place broccolini into the pot. Cook for 1-2 minutes until they're slightly tender. Remove and place immediately into an ice bath. Let sit for 2-3 minutes, then drain the water and set aside.

4. Now make the polenta. Place a medium pot on the stove over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic and sauté until shallots are translucent. Add in stock and bring to a simmer. Slowly whisk in polenta. Stir continuously until thick and not gritty. Stir in butter and parmesan. Add salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste.

5. Right before eating, heat a sauté pan over medium-high heat with 2 Tbs of olive oil. Place your broccolini in the pan and allow it to get some color. Add salt, pepper and lemon juice and give it a few tosses. Plate and serve immediately.

Serve all three items alongside Viewpoint Brewing Co.’s Braised Beef Stew.