Plain Kasha
This simple, satisfying dish is widely eaten in Russia and Eastern Europe. In addition to being served as a hearty side dish, it can be eaten at breakfast: simply cook it with extra water and serve with milk and brown sugar or honey.

Kasha Varnishkes
"This is a classic Jewish dish," proclaims Leah Loeb Fischer, author of Mama Leah's Jewish Kitchen, "and if you don't know it, it deserves to be introduced to you." Make it with corn oil for a heart-healthy option, or go all-out and use schmaltz (rendered chicken fat.)