We really enjoy serving fish or shellfish over a loose polenta. John proportions his polenta 6 parts water to 1 part polenta. In this case it was 3 cups of water and 1/2 cup polenta. It simmers for 20 minutes with frequent stirring. Bob’s Red Mill is our favorite brand.

The tilapia starts a little later. In a 400F oven it takes about 12 minutes. Then I start the vegetables at the 8 minute mark. Today’s broccoli and cauliflower streamed in an ounce or two of water, salt, 1 teaspoon of butter, and a small handful of shredded cheddar cheese. After a few minutes cooking covered I take the lid off and let the water evaporate leaving a buttery, cheese-y coating on the vegetables.