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  1. Heat a bit of oil in a large nonstick grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Cut a 1-pound polenta roll into 12 slices.
  3. Cook slices until lightly browned on both sides, about 15 minutes in all.
  4. Remove pan from heat and sprinkle polenta with about 1/2 cup of cheese.
  5. Cover with a lid or foil to melt the cheese.
  6. Meanwhile, brown 1/2 pound of beef in another pan. Add about 2 cups of pasta sauce, heat through, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Put the sauce on 4 plates. Top with the polenta and sprinkle with 1/4 cup of cheese. (Serves 4.)