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 First saw this done in one of those infomercials. Sounded like a good idea to try.  This dish is not good for uncooked meat. Though I might use canned tuna added at the last minute as an exception. You also want to use dried pasta instead of fresh pasta as the fresh pasta will cook too fast. As a side note, Sicilians on occasion do eat fish with cheese. Ingredients 12 - ounces your favorite pasta such as angel hair. (Dried pasta works best.) 12 - ounces tomatoes, halved or quartered or crushed 1 - onion, thinly sliced (about 2 cups) 4 - cloves garlic, thinly sliced Garlic powder could be a substitute 2 - teaspoons basil, plus torn leaves for garnish 2 - tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 4 to 5 - cups water Good amount of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving Directions: 1. Combine pasta, tomatoes, onion, garlic, basil, oil, 2 teaspoons salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and water in a large st...

Yet another variation of polenta. Depending on who you talk to, the ratio of liquid to the corn meal will vary. Normally I do it one to three, because I like it super thick.  But for this dish, it was one to four. A little soupier for a change. So good when it is warm. Ingredients: 4 - cups liquid (today I used 2 cups water and 2 cups homemade chicken broth) 1 - cup corn meal aka polenta. 1 - regular can spinach Heavy dose of Parmesan cheese. Add spices to taste. Oregano Basil Garlic salt Pepper Method: Add the spinach to the liquid. Bring the liquid to a boil. Add the polenta very slowly, so it does not clump too much. Once the polenta is incorporated, turn down the heat to medium, stir well, but watch carefully. After a few minutes,Add the spices and the cheese and again stir well. Turn off the heat and cover it. Let it sit to finish cooking.