TIP OF THE DAY: Polenta
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Polenta, made from ground cornmeal, is a porridge that dates to ancient times and is known in England and the U.S. as cornmeal mush. You can purchase precooked, ready-to-heat-and eat “solid polenta” in sausage-like tubes, plain and in flavors such as basil, garlic and sundried tomato. Slices of polenta can be easily turned into hors d’oeuvres, first courses and sides. They provide a firm base for just about anything. Just pan fry or heat them in the microwave. Think of polenta as: |
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The possibilities are endless. The tubes need no refrigeration before they are opened, so you can keep them in the pantry for instant inspiration. Polenta is fat free and gluten free; some brands are organic and kosher.
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