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 breakfast dish, or with savory sauces and vegetables...
Author: NANCYELLEN
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 carrots, red pepper, or grated zucchini.
Author: Pjaros
Easy and delicious creamy polenta. Makes a great side, appetizer, or base for a hearty stew.
Author: Keith Haney
Why stir polenta forever when this delicious recipe works beautifully? I like to roast veggies (eggplant, zucchini, onion) while the polenta bakes, then when the polenta is done, top with roasted veggies...
Author: Nancy
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 lumps.
Author: dadrules
A delicious and easy quinoa recipe. Serve with a salad and crusty bread for a complete meal.
Author: JBUCK123
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 cooker to stay warm. There is nothing worse than cold...
Author: Ella Baldwin
Very flavorful alternative to black beans and rice. Quinoa is a nutty grain from South America.
Author: 3LIONCUBS
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 husband and I both love. This easy-to-make and tasty...
Author: Jen Cardenas
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
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 stock in place of the water.
Author: Laura Jull
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. This can be served on romaine lettuce leaves for...
Author: araxjan
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 on the table at my mother-in-law's house. A real...
Author: Deborah
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. Feel free to add more ingredients to the simmering...
Author: DOCTOR KITTEN
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
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 by inserting a knife in casserole. If it comes...
Author: Ginny49
Red peppers, plum tomatoes, onion, sauteed shrimp... simple, succulent, and flavorful over creamy polenta. Sprinkle additional Parmesan on top if desired.
Author: Mary Young
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
Rich, tomato-based casserole made with sweet Italian sausage, baked in a polenta crust and topped with mozzarella cheese. This is a great substitution for your typical pasta dish. Serve with a green salad...
Author: COOKINGQUEEN75
A light curry flavor makes delicious quinoa a great side dish for a multitude of main courses.
Author: A.F.
Quick and easy! This one will be loved by the whole family; it is a constant favorite in my house!
Author: William A.
I love quinoa and I wanted to make something that was flavorful and filling. The vegetables can be changed to your liking!
Author: feminiSh
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 can also be prepared up to the baking stage, and...
Author: homechef
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 to make and sure to impress!
Author: Tracy X
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
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, TADA ... scalloped polenta, yum!
Author: laughingmagpie
A delicious medley of hot Italian sausage and peppers is spooned over creamy Parmesan polenta in this satisfying weeknight recipe.
Author: Julie Hubert
Ground turkey, beans, polenta, and just the right seasonings make this dish amazing! My family devours this time and time again. I love the way the polenta makes a crust! Soooo good. I can't remember where...
Author: JO'Neil
A quick and easy meal with lots of flavor. Put together in 10 minutes.
Author: Fiffen
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, and you have a delicious and healthy side dish. It...
Author: Lisa
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
This is a quick and easy, basic quinoa recipe that we use in our house instead of rice as a great side.
Author: sjflick
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 taste. However, it still has all the great flavor...
Author: Occasional Cooker
I came up with this recipe when I couldn't find anything else that would satisfy my cravings for a gourmet shrimp and grits without spending a ton of money at restaurants. This is simple and delicious,...
Author: Bella V.
I have tried a number of shrimp and grits recipes, but have not found one I really like. So I decided to experiment a bit and created a simple but delicious recipe that will surely please the taste buds....
Author: NOLAMom
Grilled polenta rounds are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and topped with a fresh salsa for a light and refreshing appetizer in the hot summer months.
Author: Soup Loving Nicole
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
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 as the side dish. I asked him if he was talking...
Author: Chef John
Slightly spicy shrimp are served over creamy grits. Serve this with collard greens on the side...yummmm.
Author: WSBLEND
This is a great twist on the traditional french fry. If you don't want to go to the trouble of making your own by scratch, you can always buy prepared polenta at just about any grocery store, slice them...
Author: ALEC1967
Shrimp and grits is a very simple recipe, but make sure you have everything ready before you start cooking the shrimp. They only take a few minutes to sauté, so you don't have time to run and chop scallions...
Author: Chef John