Roast/bake: cheese, other grain, cilantro, bacon, and artichoke

What will you make with cheese, grains, bacon, and artichoke?

For your protein, veggies, and carbs, try this combination: cheese, artichoke, and an uncommon grain selection like farro, kamut, or barley. Have fun with it by adding cilantro and bacon.

You might want to combine the ingredients into a single meal — on a sheet pan or in a crock pot, for example — or separate them into multiple dishes. Whatever you decide, we suggest you roast/bake at least one of the dishes.

Use any additional ingredients that you think will work as well. There are really no rules here. This is all just a suggested starting point to get you going. If you’re inspired to do something completely different, then good for you! The point is just to have fun and to discover some new flavors and food combinations.

Recipe Ideas

• This Bacon Spinach Artichoke Pizza has it all — except for cilantro. You can always use that as a garnish after cooking.