This is one of those easy gems that I love and that serve as accompaniment or as light main dish with a salad.

Cheesy Polenta: In a large saucepan bring 2-3/4 cups water to boiling. In a bowl combine 1 cup cornmeal, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 cup cold water. Slowly add cornmeal mixture to boiling water in saucepan, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until mixture returns to boiling. Add 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese; cook, uncovered, over low heat about 5 minutes or until thick, stirring occasionally. Makes 3 cups.