Instructions: Makes 3 servings. VEGAN

Serve this polenta with the World Salad and glass of red wine for a wonderful treat for a party of one.

Combine polenta and 1 cup water in a medium bowl: set aside. Bring remaining 2 cups water and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in polenta and soaking liquid. Return to a boil, stirring to prevent sticking. Cook over high heat 1 to 2 minutes, or until slightly thickened; reduce heat to a simmer.

Cook 10 minutes or until a wooden spoon stands up m the pot.

Remove from heat. Spoon into lightly oiled custard cups or small bowls and let set until cool, about 20 minutes. Invert onto bed of spinach and ring with 1/2 cup marinara sauce. Garnish polenta with sage.

Makes 3 servings.

VARIATION: Add 1/2 cup chopped sauteed onion and 2 tablespoons fresh chopped sage to polenta mixture at end of cooking. Proceed with recipe.

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