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A break from the standard salsa. This versatile condiment is good on crusty bread as an appetizer, and adds zip to flank steak or skirt steak for an entrée.

The following recipe is based on Marcella Hazan's "no-stirring" method from her book Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking. This recipe originally accompanied Roasted Veal Chops with Shallots, Tomatoes and Olive Jus.They may be seared and roasted while the polenta is simmering.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This recipe originally accompanied Roast Turkey with Bourbon Glaze . Here are two southern favorites in one colorful stuffing. Prepare the corn bread one day ahead so that it can dry out overnight. (This lends a nice texture to the stuffing.)

Zucchini and dill add a fresh twist to the classic, which is a winner served with other summer classics, like sandwiches, hot dogs, burgers and barbecued chicken.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Instead of the usual corn bread or dinner rolls, try these crisp, cayenne-seasoned breadsticks. Active time: 1 hr Start to finish: 2 3/4 hr

We love Marcella Hazan's "no-stirring" method for polenta — the following recipe is based on the one in her book Essentials of Classic Italian Cooking. It does require some stirring, but not the constant attention of traditional methods. Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 1 hr

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

The rich caramelized shallots and fresh thyme make the following potato cake at once luxurious and homey.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This recipe was created to accompany Roasted Salmon with Salsa Verde .

This recipe originally accompanied Goat Cheese Soufflé and Mixed Greens with Raspberry Vinaigrette .