Sunday Yummies
Quaker Cornmeal: Is it a Good Grit Substitute and Possible Polenta Proxy?
Modified: May 18, 2022
I love cooking, eating, and learning about food culture and recipes. However, what may surprise people is my willingness to play with some sacred soul food staples like grits.
While this twist on a traditional dish is based on my humble budget and Covid-related food supply issues, improvisation is also in my culinary history. My ancestors literally had to take bits and pieces and make them delicious. Naturally, when I couldn’t find grits — this was it…
I only like yellow grits — but most places don’t sell them, so I use polenta. Which some people argue are the same. Polenta is great, but it can be a little more expensive. Then, I discovered Quaker cornmeal as a substitute.
One morning I only had a little bit of polenta — so I added a few tablespoons of cornmeal, and it was fantastic with a splash of milk, a tablespoon of mascarpone cheese, and a 1/2 cup of sharp cheddar cheese. A simply delicious and satisfactory cheese grits substitute was born.
Now I know most soul food connoisseurs and polenta purists may consider this a sin. However, according to my…
