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Smoky Swiss Chard Polenta Bowls with Toasted Chickpeas

Smoky Swiss Chard Polenta Bowls with Toasted Chickpeas by Alison's AllspiceI love to use polenta to make bowls because it is so creamy and dreamy!  I topped these polenta bowls with smoky swiss chard and toasted chickpeas.  Lets discuss the toppings!

I have a love hate relationship with swiss chard.  It comes in so many beautiful colors which attract me to it as a vegetable.  It is also very nutritious.  So what’s to hate?  Swiss chard can be bitter.  Cooking helps, but it lacks texture when cooked.  Continue reading

Easy Italian Polenta Pie

Easy Italian Polenta Pie by Alison's AllspiceThis fast and easy Italian polenta pie is a cassarole-like dish that uses pantry staples like lentils, marinara, and a tube of prepared polenta.

Mr. Allspice (who is not usually a cassarole fan) said it was “surprisingly good,” so perhaps you can surprise your family with this easy dish as well. Continue reading

Grilled Polenta with Fresh Tomato Relish

Grilled Polenta with Fresh Tomato Relish by Alison's AllspiceEvery season brings on a new cooking method for the kitchen, and summertime is grilling season!  This grilled polenta with fresh tomato relish captures summer with a smoky polenta wedges, and a garden-fresh relish!

I kept this recipe simple, so that it could be adapted to any situation.  You can serve this recipe as an appetizer or side, or add some protein to make it whole meal! Continue reading