These versatile asparagus polenta bowls are a study in contrasting flavors and textures. Buttery polenta counters the bitter notes of spring greens and asparagus, while creamy ricotta tempers the heat of red pepper flakes and young garlic.
butternut squash polenta with tomatoes and mozzarella
We’ve teamed up with Muir Glen Organic on this crispy baked butternut squash polenta skillet topped with a rich tomato sauce, mozzarella, and herbs. Jump to recipe. [Read more…]
grilled polenta with zucchini salsa + the homemade flour cookbook giveaway
At a time when so much good stuff is growing, it’s nice to have a copy of Erin Alderson’s The Homemade Flour Cookbook in hand. Erin, the lovely writer and photographer behind Naturally Ella, has created a beautiful book that details homemade flours of all varieties –– everything from traditional wheat flours to those made from legumes, nuts, and seeds. The most exciting thing for me is that Erin’s book gives readers the information they need to mill their own grains at home. And her simple, fresh recipes offer a great chance to play with all the best flavors of the season. [Read more…]
acorn squash polenta and happy to be home
Things got a little rough for us last Sunday night. Our 14 month-old went to sleep with a cold, and quickly took a turn for the worse. By 2 am, she was struggling to breathe and throwing up. A call to our doctor confirmed that we needed to head to the emergency room. Big sister took the news well, popped out of bed, and was waiting patiently by the door, shoes on, toys packed. We dashed out and, with a few dramatic moments, wrong turns, and scary stops along the way, made it to the hospital. After that, things got better. [Read more…]