Make the Polenta

• Mix the water and milk together and bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and add the cornmeal and salt.
• Cook over low heat until the cornmeal is absorbed and the polenta is smooth and thick
• Stir in the butter.
• Set aside and keep warm.

Make the Tomatoes and Basil

• Heat a large saute pan over med high. When hot add the olive oil
• Drain the tomatoes and add them to the pan, reducing the heat to medium.
• Cook the tomatoes until the begin to break down and adjust seasoning.
• Add the basil and stir. Remove from heat, cover and keep warm.

Cook the Tuna

• Mix the flour, salt and spices on a small plate.
• Dredge the tuna on both sides to coat.
• Heat a cast iron pan or other heavy bottomed fry pan over med high heat until the pan is quite hot. Turn on your exhaust fan.
• Add the butter to the hot pan. As soon as it is melted add the tuna steak.
• Cook on one side for about one minute then turn and cook for one minute.
• Remove the tuna steak and cut into thin slices

To Serve

• place about a cup of polenta on the plate, top with half of the sliced tuna and then some of the tomatoes and basil