Learn how to buy, cook, and store this versatile grain. On first glance, polenta, cornmeal, and grits seem similar; after all, they’re all derived from corn. But it’s the type of corn — and how it’s ...

Polenta is a creamy, savory, and comforting cornmeal foundation that's often topped with proteins, veggies, and sauces. While most polenta recipes, like this simple polenta, are a one-pot dish with a ...

Mushrooms, sausage ragu with polenta, doesn’t sound like perfect comfort food? Of course, there are so many versions of ragu, but most have some meat as a base. This is the version I created, ...

Looking for a satisfying, healthy, and easy-to-make dinner? This Cheesy Polenta with Black Beans and Vegetables is a comforting dish loaded with colorful veggies, protein-rich black beans, and creamy ...

The thought of making polenta conjures up images of Italian nonnas standing over a hot stove, stirring pots of the thick, bubbling cornmeal mixture until tender and creamy. It’s a nice thought, but on ...

Polenta is finer and pairs well with hearty Italian dishes like meat ragus. Grits are coarser and shine in Southern ...

Understanding the differences between polenta, grits, and cornmeal—and how best to use them—is complex and interesting, and we’ll get to that! But there’s also a short answer, so let’s start there and ...

Today I am going to share recipes for making polenta. I love polenta for its delicious and comforting qualities, but also for its diversity. While it is most commonly made from cornmeal, it can also ...