It’s early morning. The mellow sounds of Washed Out are playing, and the smell of flapjacks fills the air with a sweet scent. This serene scene might not be commonplace in many morning kitchens, but ...

Understanding the differences between polenta, grits, and cornmeal—and how best to use them—is complex and interesting, and we’ll get to that! But there’s also a short answer, so let’s start there and ...