Mar 23, 2009 -
If you're looking for a way to use leftover butternut squash or homemade pappardelle, consider this mouthwatering recipe.
It's nutritious, with cubes of butternut squash and tender leaves of baby spinach. Sage and shiitakes lend a subtle earthiness, which is complemented by a nutty element from browned butter and parmesan cheese.
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Mar 22, 2009 -
Hand me any soup with dumplings, and I'll devour it; I simply love them that much. Not quite bread, not quite noodle, dumplings are the perfect chewy bite of comfort — especially when served with a myriad of different vegetables.
Aside from the slow cooker doing all the work, and the delectable dumpling aspect, the beauty of this dish is its versatility: substitute zucchini for green beans, or fresh, in-season morels for cremini mushrooms.
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Nov 13, 2008 -
Bread salad is a popular Summer dish, but that doesn't mean it can't be modified for Fall. Instead of the classic tomatoes and basil, this recipe calls for a more seasonal butternut squash and sage. To cut down kitchen prep, bake the butternut squash and the bread ahead of time.
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Nov 12, 2008 -
- Deciphering squash: Which ones make a fluffy pie, and which ones do you put on the mantel? — San Francisco Chronicle
- Things you need to know before you get started making bagels at home. — Los Angeles Times
- Which cuts of meat are the most giving during tough economic times?
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Nov 05, 2008 -
- During times of economic hardship, familiar American desserts can be a sweet comfort. — San Francisco Chronicle
- What role do tannins play in wine? — Washington Post
- Food review site Yelp has become an online force to be recognized.
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Oct 26, 2008 -
If you're wondering what to do with all the beautiful Fall produce, look no further than this hearty minestrone with kale, squash, and pork sausage. If you've got dietary restrictions, simply adapt this recipe to your needs.
For example, you can substitute spinach for kale, kabocha for butternut squash, or chicken sausage for pork sausage.
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Oct 09, 2008 -
Baked potatoes are totally underrated, and for some reason they've got a bad rap. It's time we gave the stuffed potato some love. Instead of topping them with cheese and sour cream, these baked potatoes are filled with a spicy vegetable stew making them an entire delicious meal.
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Sep 22, 2008 -
The first official day of Fall was over the weekend and with the cooler weather and shorter days comes a bounty of fresh, crunchy fruit and hearty vegetables. While apples and pumpkins are commonly consumed in large quantities, this year the Wall Street Journal has published a list of 10 other foods to consider for Fall cooking. To check out their delicious suggestions, read more
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Sep 04, 2008 -
With the end of Summer looming like a dark fog in the distance, I've taken to eating as much seasonal produce as I can. Topped with Summer squash, zucchini, and tomatoes, this tart is a perfect use of September's bounty.
The vegetables are roasted in the oven before being covered with puff pastry.
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Jul 10, 2008 -
Remember when I found these mystery seedlings taking over my row of beets?
I pulled up many of the mystery seedlings, but left a few in the garden, since my curiosity was piqued. Well, that tiny little seedling has now become something of a monster plant.
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