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Savory Vegetarian Roasted Butternut Squash Lasagna
While the bulbs have started popping up, the cold weather is still in effect and I'm craving Winter comfort food. To feed that hunger, this weekend, I made a hearty and scrumptious butternut squash lasagna. It wasn't a fast process, but the finished product is rewarding.
Soup's On: Butternut Squash Soup With Cider Cream
It's still Winter and that means I'm constantly craving soup. Last week I warmed my soul with this smooth butternut squash and apple soup. The apples provide a lovely sweetness to the robust and rich soup.
Fast & Easy Dinner: Roast Chicken With Butternut Squash
As much as I love complex and exotic recipes, there's something to be said about simple and basic dishes like chicken with butternut squash. Neither the ingredients or cooking technique is unfamiliar. Instead this chicken is like an old friend — someone you've known forever and never tire of seeing because their company is always enjoyable.
Sage Mushroom Advice From Chef Matt Bolton
Last week, I took a trip to Yosemite National Park for the kickoff session of The Ahwahnee's annual Chefs' Holidays. The event ended with a big blowout dinner, but I walked away with tons of tips. Chef Matt Bolton, who runs the kitchen at Pacific's Edge restaurant in Carmel's Highlands Inn, showed the audience how to confit a duck leg to make pâté-like rillette.
Monday's Leftovers: Pappardelle With Bean Bolognese
I'm not a recession flexitarian yet — but my goal is to make today a meat free Monday. It seems easier for me to go light on animal protein at lunch, but dinner, my biggest meal, will be more challenging.
Not to worry: I found a hearty, meat-free alternative last night, and today, I'll be using the leftover beans to make an equally substantial Italian bolognese.
YumTV: A Killer App to Kick Off Your Thanksgiving Meal
Now that you know how to prep a butternut squash, try roasting it and using it in a light but warming soup. In this episode of Killer Apps, chef Meg Hall shows us the easy steps to make Butternut Squash Shooters — a light and delicious appetizer to warm your palate, before your Thanksgiving feast! To learn how it's done, watch this episode of YumTV now!
How to Prep a Butternut Squash
Recently, I praised butternut squash for its mild sweetness and versatility — but I was surprised when so many of you said you'd never prepared one before, or find it hard to work with. Since it'd be a bummer to miss out on this Fall vegetable at home (unless you can afford $400 for an automated butternut squash peeler!), I thought I'd help you out with instructions on how to prep it yourself. Here's a step-by-step lesson.
You Won't Miss the Turkey With This Savory Squash Pudding
Planning an almost meatless feast or vegetarian meal this Thanksgiving? If you were fretting about a main course that can compete with the bird as the star of the supper, you can stop worrying; I've found one for you!
I'm not sure if any entrée can ever be all things to all people, but this savory bread pudding is as close as it gets.
In Season: Butternut Squash
Perhaps the most-loved variety of Winter squash, butternut squash is to Thanksgiving what pumpkin is to Halloween: ubiquitous. Reasonably priced and versatile, with a long shelf life, these mild, vibrantly-hued veggies are at their best during the cold days ahead. When selecting, look for squash free of bruises, feel heavy for their size, and have a matte skin.
Stuffing So Good It Should Be Made All Year Long
Last year on Thanksgiving, my older brother, while shoveling stuffing down his throat asked, "How come we only have stuffing once a year? It's so good!" I have to agree with him, stuffing is one of the main reasons I look forward to turkey day.
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