Imagine the best cornbread you've ever had—warm, buttery, toasty. Delicious, right? Now imagine if it could be melted down, made twice as rich, and topped with savory, truffle-oil-enhanced mushrooms.

Polenta in blue bowl with herb garnish - Food Fantasy/Shutterstock When done well, a bowl of polenta should be thick, comforting, and creamy. But, just like a good risotto, this creaminess should come ...

Polenta is a creamy, savory, and comforting cornmeal foundation that's often topped with proteins, veggies, and sauces. While most polenta recipes, like this simple polenta, are a one-pot dish with a ...