Whenever we visit my brother in North Carolina, his wife makes the most fabulous breakfast dishes. This cheesy grits casserole is hands down the crowd favorite. Thanks, Aunt Cheryl!
Author: boobusrjones
Shrimp is sauteed with peppers and sweet onion, and served over a pile of hot cheese grits. I had a variation of this at a local restaurant, added a few things, and made it mine! Garlic bread makes a great...
Author: J. D. Tyre
Quick and easy to make pizza with much more character than a normal slice of pepperoni pizza!
Author: CHEF17411
This is a wonderful, whole-grain barley side dish. Great with grilled meat or as a meal on its own.
Author: Dawn
A Sri Lankan recipe for a steamed rice flour and coconut cake. Serve with potato curry, kiri hodi (coconut sauce), or any type of gravy.
Author: dylani
This breakfast porridge is vegan, gluten free, and delicious! Add more sugar or omit it depending on your taste preference.
Author: EVELLINGSON
Great as a flavorful side dish or as a base of a meal if you add chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
Author: nmpaul
Good recipe using eggplant and wheat berries. Also a tasty way to use up all those cherry tomatoes in your garden. You can also pan-fry or bake the eggplant instead of grilling it.
Author: Marie Williams
Crispy and flavorful, these are a wonderful alternative to standard veggie burgers - but can also be enjoyed by meat eaters!
Author: erw123
This alternative to rice pairs buckwheat with bacon to create a meaty-tasting side dish.
Author: REDFIORO
By using a little egg and a touch of finely grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese instead of a breadcrumb binder, I was able to make farro cakes that didn't fall apart in the skillet. The key is letting the...
Author: Chef John
A tasty quinoa dish with the zing of lime and a depth of tropical and not-so-tropical flavors. Goes great with jerk-style grilled meats!
Author: Always Cooking Up Something
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
These down-home Bahamian style peas and grits are traditionally served with fried fish.
Author: Kristal
Gluten-free and vegan! A great lunch for work. Healthy and delicious! Serve hot or cold.
Author: Lexi Corbett
A light yet flavorful quinoa dish that goes great with fish or chicken! I invented it on-the-fly one day when I couldn't find quite what I was looking for. For a stronger flavor, add extra lemon juice...
Author: MellyG
A delicious medley of hot Italian sausage and peppers is spooned over creamy Parmesan polenta in this satisfying weeknight recipe.
Author: Julie Hubert
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
Buckwheat and sauteed onions with a mild Italian flavor. This nutty grain dish is a tasty alternative to a rice pilaf or other side dish.
Author: dwrichy
Creamy polenta is seasoned with Parmesan and rosemary -- delicious served with osso buco (braised lamb or veal shanks). This is excellent without the rosemary if you don't care for the flavor.
Author: food-dancer
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
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
A quick and easy meal with lots of flavor. Put together in 10 minutes.
Author: Fiffen
Like pineapple fried rice, but with the ancient grain quinoa. Simple to make and bursting with Asian flavors! Always nice with fresh pineapple, but canned or frozen work well, too.
Author: Erin
This is a cozy, savory side dish. I sometimes brown chicken breasts and throw them on top of the pilaf for the last 20 minutes of cooking time. Enjoy!
Author: SunnyByrd
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
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 recipe for shrimp and grits is a combination of suggestions from my friends with a few enhancements of my own. The result is a rich and flavorful shrimp and grits recipe that will have you saying...
Author: Sondra BJ
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
This is a quick and easy recipe, but very impressive because of the unique flavor. One of my family's favorites.
Author: MBC
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!) Top with additional Parmesan cheese if you like.
Author: Jacquita
The classic Cheddar cheese and broccoli combo served in quinoa.
Author: qwerty06
Inspired by traditional rice pilau of southern India, this addictive recipe is time-efficient with practice. Once tasted, it is impossible to get enough. Enjoy!
Author: Cook GMO-Free
A quick and easy meal with lots of flavor. Put together in 10 minutes.
Author: Fiffen
Easy and good dish for potlucks. The pine nuts make all the difference! The mushrooms are optional. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Author: KATINHAT
A wonderful dish that is a favorite for Derby Day (or any day) brunch.
Author: Mark Ky
A delicious, quick, vegan comfort food meal. I like to add a little hot sauce (such as Tabasco®) or cayenne pepper, but that's just me!
Author: shelbyRS93
This is an excellent polenta recipe with a Mexican kick!!
Author: Karen Gallinetti
Quinoa is a great alternative to rice - it's lighter, and cooks in about half the time.
Author: sal
Very basic yet tasty side that goes well with grilled or roasted chicken. Any type of dried fruit can be used in place of the dried cranberries.
Author: GRAYJETMAN
This is a Charleston, South Carolina recipe. It is a combination of all the best recipes I have seen, and similar to a dish that is served in a popular Downtown Charleston restaurant.
Author: kit kat zebb
Why buy polenta in a box when you can make it from scratch cheaper? A great day-before dish. Once the polenta has been refrigerated serve it in a variety of different ways: sliced and fried--or serve it...
Author: Dawn
This quinoa dish is a delicious and higher protein alternative to Spanish rice. This is a nice side dish to a Mexican meal, or it can be used as a filling in burritos. I like my food on the less-salty...
Author: Momi
Polenta should be served soft from the pot, or chilled and then pan-fried. Wild mushrooms, cheese, fresh herbs, and olives are good additions to this grain. If you can get a hold of it, try ricotta salata...
Author: Candice
This recipe makes a great appetizer. I spent a lot of time experimenting with ingredients and finally concluded that this recipe you now see listed turned out to be the best. The grits give a unique texture...
Author: Peter Alfieri
A savory side dish, tasty yet simple, with carrots, celery, onions and quinoa. I always cut my veggies really small, more like mincing because I don't like chunky veggies. It is always optional to cut...
Author: jwyant89