Amazing Grains
Couscous Bowls
This satisfying meal is equally good made with traditional couscous or the larger, pearl-sized Israeli couscous. Feel free to experiment with whatever…
see recipeTom’s “Fried” Rice
My friend Jake was unable to obtain a standard life insurance policy because he was overweight, and at a high risk for…
see recipeBasic Polenta
Also known as mush, or gruel, this grain dish was once considered peasant food, but it has enjoyed a popular resurgence in…
see recipeJabba the Hutt Shepherd’s Pie
This delicious vegan shepherd’s pie is going to leave you in awe! And if you’re a Star Wars fan or live with…
see recipeForbidden Rice Bowl with Quick-Pickled Cabbage
This vibrant, colorful forbidden rice bowl is a delight to behold and to dig into. Quick-pickling the cabbage is easy and adds…
see recipePolenta with Black Beans and Mango Salsa
Cooked polenta packaged in rolls makes an easy base for this and other dishes. Look for polenta that is fat-free and contains…
see recipeGreen Beans and Potatoes with Mustard Vinaigrette
Slender petite whole green beans make a beautiful presentation when you serve this medley on a platter. Note that this recipe calls…
see recipeBrown Rice Breakfast Pudding
My mom used to serve a version of this for breakfast—cooked with milk, sugar, and a hint of cinnamon. It is still…
see recipeVegan Sopes with Beans and Corn
Here’s a healthy convenience-food twist on a Mexican favorite. Sliced tube-style polenta fills in for thick, tortilla-like base that’s traditionally made with…
see recipePolenta Pizza Pie
This polenta-based “pizza pie” is a fresh, delicious mash-up of a casserole and a pizza. It’s a fun take on a classic party dish….
see recipeGreen Chile Rice with Black Beans
Black beans are not usually added to this popular Mexican rice dish, but their addition makes it into a one-pot meal. Use…
see recipeInstant Pot Spanish Quinoa
A chopped vegetable medley turns a pot of quinoa into a hearty Spanish-style pilaf. Cooking the recipe in the Instant Pot (or…
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