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THE TALISMAN ITALIAN COOK BOOK by Ada Boni First published in English in 1950 by Crown. COOKING IN 10 MINUTES by Edouard de Pomaine First published in English in 1948 [...]

When summer starts to fade and the weather moves toward the cooler side, my family and I find ourselves spending more time at home--making it the perfect occasion for a [...]

Throw a polenta party! It's as easy as pizza, with flavorful fixin's to mix and match. Garlicky Beans & Greens p 134 Creamiest Cornmeal Polenta p 134 Polenta Bar We [...]

A rustic old-world favorite, polenta has long been a robust and affordable staple in Northern Italian kitchens. Made from cornmeal, polenta is generally slow-cooked into a creamy porridge, or molded, [...]

[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Seared Scallops with Olive & Tomato Compote (also pictured on page 149) Prep 10 minutes Cook 20 minutes Makes 4 main-dish servings ReciTip Even though scallops look ready […]

I COME FROM FAMILIES who value substantial breakfasts. My Aunt Joy cooked a big breakfast, dinner at noon, and supper at six; the meals became smaller as the day progressed. […]

MARINARA SAUCE becomes smoky ketchup with the help of pantry staples such as premixed chili seasoning and canned chipotle peppers. It tops this piquant Turkey Chili Burger--made with more marinara [...]

When it's time to throw a party, seemingly humble stews are often overlooked. But take a second glance, because these dishes have many virtues. They can be made ahead, and […]

Summer is here, and thousands of people across the country are inviting their friends over, firing up the grill and taking their entertaining out-of-doors. And no wonder. Good food--grilled and [...]

There are eight recipes for an elegant dinner plus party tips, centerpiece ideas.

Pumpkin recipes from six chefs are featured. They include a scallop and risotto recipe using miniature pumpkins in the risotto, a pumpkin salad with candied pumpkin and a cake served with sage ice cream and a dried cherry compote.

r.s.v.p. DEAR bon appétit, MY MOTHER, SISTER, AND I VISITED BABBO DURING OUR ANNUAL NEW YORK CITY TRIP. TWO WORDS: POLENTA. BUDINO. I NEED THIS RECIPE. IT TOOK SAVORY-SWEET TO [...]

A recipe for a three course gourmet meal that takes only thirty minutes to prepare is presented. The first course is sea scallops with spinach-goat cheese puree, the second is eggplant marinara with polenta, and the dessert is bananas on wonton crisps. Recommended wines to go with the food is Domaine Laroche Chablis St.-Martin 1997 for the first course and De Loach Zinfandel Russian River Valley 1997 for the second.

When longtime vegetarian Rhee Lightner cooks for her omnivorous family, her goal is 'to make food that is so delicious they don't even think about what they're eating.' She came [...]

QUICK BITES: A supermarket rotisserie chicken provides the base for fast and nutritious runner-friendly meals. By Matthew Kadey, M.S., R.D. TEX-MEX PIZZA FIGHT HUNGER Refried beans add fiber to these [...]

Polenta--onetime food of peasants--now consorts with the grandest roast meats on restaurant menus. Chefs here in the West are putting delicious spins on the dish, giving it great holiday potential. […]

Papayas and pineapples make me think of Hawaii, and that's what inspired me to add a touch of the islands to this menu. This is a meal that is easy, [...]

Mini-Polenta Pancakes Serves 6 3 cups water 1/4 tsp. dried basil 1 Tbs. vegetable stock 1/4 tsp. sea salt 1 cup Bob's Red Mill Polenta (corn grits) 1 Tbs. Colavita [...]

Seasonal Recipe of the Week Rabbit in speck with polenta, little gem, pine nut and raisin dressing Ingredients (Makes 6 portions) 1 whole rabbit including kidney and liver 18 thin [...]

Most restaurants fail. The sad ones are stillborn. The mad ones flourish within the bustle and excitement of fame, notoriety, the thrill of the new. But they rarely sustain the [...]

CHEESY POLENTA LASAGNE WITH MUSHROOMS AND SEITAN SERVES 4 TO 6 ACTIVE TIME: 35 MIN START TO FINISH: 1 HR Increasingly available in supermarkets, the firm wheat protein known as [...]

Byline: Pat Carolan What's polenta? It's cornmeal, and one of the most versatile foods to keep in your pantry: A precooked polenta "log" (available in grocery stores) doesn't need to […]

Byline: Patty Santelli Prep: 2 minutes Cook: 5 minutes 1 lb turkey cutlets (in the refrigerated meat section) Salt and pepper 4 slices (about 2 oz) prosciutto or thin-sliced ham […]