Polenta Napoleon with Mixed Herb Pesto

INGREDIENTS

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
• 1 cup tomato sauce, recipe follows
• 2 cups milk
• 6 tablespoons grated Parmesan
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon sambal*
• Special equipment: a food processor, an 8-inch springform pan
• *Can be found in specialty Asian markets
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon minced shallots
• 2 zucchini
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 cup water
• 2 cups cornmeal