Polenta is nothing more than coarsely ground cornmeal. The classic ratio is 1 part polenta to 4 parts water, but I like to measure the polenta just a little...
Author: Chef John
This is a basic recipe for a very easy and versatile dish. You can eat it like hot cereal, or chill it and then fry it. This goes well with syrup as a...
Author: NANCYELLEN
This recipe is a perfect way to highlight and use fresh summer tomatoes. It makes a great side dish for grilled chicken or pork chops.
Author: rjohl
This is a very tasty way to serve a very healthy grain that is often overlooked. I never use the mushrooms as I don't care for them and often add chopped...
Author: Pjaros
Why stir polenta forever when this delicious recipe works beautifully? I like to roast veggies (eggplant, zucchini, onion) while the polenta bakes, then...
Author: Nancy
Easy and delicious creamy polenta. Makes a great side, appetizer, or base for a hearty stew.
Author: Keith Haney
This versatile side dish would work great along with pork, chicken, beef or fish. The trick is to slowly add the cornmeal and whisk constantly to avoid...
Author: dadrules
If you're from the South you will definitely love this recipe, which includes grits, eggs, sausage, and cheese. When I cook it, I place it in the slow...
Author: Ella Baldwin
A delicious and easy quinoa recipe. Serve with a salad and crusty bread for a complete meal.
Author: JBUCK123
My entire family loves this recipe. A quick baked polenta topped with red sauce. Very easy to make and great the next day too (and the day after that!)...
Author: Jacquita
Very flavorful alternative to black beans and rice. Quinoa is a nutty grain from South America.
Author: 3LIONCUBS
A fairly quick and simple recipe that utilizes store bought sauce and polenta to save time for busy folks. This casserole is VERY rich, so use small servings....
Author: DOCTOR KITTEN
Quinoa is a healthy grain that can be substituted in most recipes for rice or couscous. I recently experimented with quinoa and made this dish which my...
Author: Jen Cardenas
A wonderful dish that is a favorite for Derby Day (or any day) brunch.
Author: Mark Ky
This side dish is great served hot and topped with Parmesan cheese, or chilled, cut into shapes and then griddled.
Author: JOE ZARANSKI
Rich, tomato-based casserole made with sweet Italian sausage, baked in a polenta crust and topped with mozzarella cheese. This is a great substitution...
Author: COOKINGQUEEN75
Easy and good dish for potlucks. The pine nuts make all the difference! The mushrooms are optional. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Author: KATINHAT
I had this at a party at a colleague's house. I've loved cheese grits for years, but these are by far the best I've ever had.
Author: ABBYLADYBUG
Megan R gave this recipe to me. She said it is a family recipe. Had this for Christmas dinner or Easter dinner side!
Author: Elaine Kilgore
Quinoa is a delicately flavored grain, native to South America. It can be found in most health food stores. For even more flavorful pilaf, use vegetable...
Author: Laura Jull
A simple and tasty vegetarian dish. Good as a meal, side dish, or wrapped in a tortilla with cheese. I always make a double batch and freeze some.
Author: Niki
A Southern tradition, creamy cheese grits with a zip of spice makes for a perfect side dish to barbecue, or for a holiday get together. They were always...
Author: Deborah
Mushrooms roasted with balsamic vinegar are nestled in creamy, cheesy polenta in this bake that doubles as a vegetarian main dish or side.
Author: LauraF
Quick and easy! This one will be loved by the whole family; it is a constant favorite in my house!
Author: William A.
This is a great, flavorful way to prepare grits. You can also use mild sausage and less or no hot sauce if you prefer not to have the extra spice. This...
Author: homechef
Every time I make this someone wants the recipe. It is great if you have overnight guests. Make it ahead and enjoy the morning with them. Check for doneness...
Author: Ginny49
This is a delicious and savory curried barley dish. It is fabulous as a main dish, or as a side dish with fish or grilled chicken breast. It is quite simple...
Author: Tracy X
A quick and easy meal with lots of flavor. Put together in 10 minutes.
Author: Fiffen
The classic Cheddar cheese and broccoli combo served in quinoa.
Author: qwerty06
Simple directions on how to cook plain polenta. There are many options for polenta once it is cooked: you can mix in fresh herbs and cheeses, bake it,...
Author: IDAJ
A light curry flavor makes delicious quinoa a great side dish for a multitude of main courses.
Author: A.F.
I love quinoa and I wanted to make something that was flavorful and filling. The vegetables can be changed to your liking!
Author: feminiSh
Probably the best shrimp and grits recipe I have made! Easy and low ingredient count!
Author: Amber Taylor Futch
Want a different family side dish but with flavors sure to please? Then try this. With some store-bought polenta in a tube and a few other ingredients,...
Author: laughingmagpie
This delicious recipe was presented to me by a vegan friend. The lime juice gives the quinoa a fresh flavor that can't be beat!
Author: sarahhouston
Great for a quick-but-healthy side dish. White cooking wine can be used instead of 1 tablespoon water at the end of cooking.
Author: Melanie
This is a gourmet polenta recipe as it uses kale and goat cheese.
Author: Candice
An adventurous dish of fried polenta cakes, shrimp wrapped in prosciutto and a hazelnut liquor sauce! It is as beautiful to see as it is to eat.
Author: PEGW
As a healthier alternative to Mexican or Spanish rice, this version uses gluten-free quinoa instead of rice for its additional protein and fiber and great...
Author: Occasional Cooker
This tabbouleh is as authentic as you can get! It's a compilation of recipes I've taken from my mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, and various cookbooks....
Author: araxjan
The is a quick and delicious side that my kids love! This salad can be served warm or cold. It is great as a packed lunch too!
Author: Cris
Quinoa is the ultimate super food. Cook it like rice in a rice cooker or on the stove with chicken broth, soy sauce, green onions, ginger, and garlic,...
Author: Lisa
When I first began my career as a cook in San Francisco, I remember talking with a Chef about an upcoming menu on which he was thinking of using polenta...
Author: Chef John