Corn grits

I was standing in my kitchen, on a Saturday after my farmers market run, putting everything in its proper place while I made my plan of attack for the day. Stacked up on the counter were a dozen ears of corn, destined to be blanched, stripped and frozen in little baggies. Next to that was […]

Created by the chefs at Zea Rotisseries and Bar, this recipe for roasted corn grits celebrates southern cuisine with step-by-step instructions anyone can master.

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The cheese corn grits/polenta is an easy dish to make especially with a cold water start. The combination of the tangy, bourbon-based barbecue sauce with the creamy polenta/cheese is a meal that is worthy for company but quick and easy for a week night.

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