A creamy, cheesy au gratin of winter squash topped with crispy sage leaves. This cozy, comforting recipe is delicious served as a vegetarian main course or side dish to a roast. I originally shared this winter squash au gratin recipe on Instagram last year. But it wasn’t until the other day that I was reminded… Read more
These mushroom wild rice pot pies are inspired by Native foods of America. Chanterelle mushrooms, winter squash and wild rice combine with savory herbs in a rich and creamy filling. Topped with golden puff pastry, these pot pies are a simple, yet elegant dish for your holiday table. WILD RICE, CHANTERELLE MUSHROOMS & WINTER SQUASH… Read more
This is the ultimate turkey & gravy recipe. A bold statement, I know. But this turkey and gravy combination changed the way I felt about turkey 18 years ago. And this cider brined turkey with cider herb gravy has graced our holiday tables every year since… My aunt Susie was never allowed to host holiday… Read more
Honeynut squash are the darlings of the pumpkin world. Out of all of the squash and pumpkins I have ever tasted, honeynuts are, by far, the most flavorful. Their deep natural sweetness becomes rich & caramel-y when roasted at high heat. Which means you don’t need to add much to them to create a delicious… Read more
This isn’t the first time that I have shared a recipe for Greek apple bread. Also known as milópita, this apple-filled baked good is something that I have enjoyed for many years when apple season comes into full swing. Milopita is a classic Greek baked good that epitomizes the best of fall baking. This isn’t… Read more
One of the greatest joys of summer is the produce, hands down. And this summer, our multi-grafted plum tree is literally bursting with fruit! We are all about easy recipes that require little to no cooking right now (thanks to daily 100°F+ weather). So these simple sautéed plums were born from the need to easily… Read more
Summer is the ultimate season for salads. There is no better time of year to feast on bountiful platters brimming with fruits and vegetables. During my weekly visit to the farmers market, I always start off with a slow stroll to take in what each farmer is offering. Last week tomatoes, peaches & habanero peppers… Read more
Pickled red onions are a summer staple in our kitchen. Bright and zippy, they are the perfect addition to tacos, salads, sandwiches and so much more! Recently we tried cochinita tacos from a local Mexican restaurant that were topped with pickled red onions with habanero peppers. We absolutely loved the depth of flavor that the… Read more
