Another pumpkin recipe. This is a good one, really. It’s quick, delicious and would be a lovely addition to your holiday table. Pumpkin Soup with Manchego Croutons, especially if served in a roasted, hollowed-out pumpkin. Very impressive.
appetizer
Gluten-Free Crispy Vegetable Pakoras
Can you believe this amazing display of crispy goodness is gluten-free? It’s true. The flavorful batter starts off with chickpea flour. Add some bold spices. And water. That’s it. And these Gluten-Free Crispy Vegetable Pakoras are soooooo good.
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brunch
baked delicata egg cups
This is what I would call an upgraded “egg in a basket.” Forget about punching out a hole in your bread and cooking an egg in the middle. No, wait …they’re actually pretty darn good, too. But really, give these baked delicata egg cups with crispy herbed crumbs a try. Especially now. While the amazing delicata
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soup
ina garten’s “16 bean” pasta e fagioli
How many recipes are out there for Pasta e Fagioli, do you think? Hundreds?Thousands? Here’s one from that massive collection, compliments of the Barefoot Contessa. Ina Garten’s “16 Bean” Pasta e Fagioli can be found in her book, Cooking for Jeffrey. I did tweak it a bit, but just a little.
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dinner
sausage stuffed delicata squash
For those of you who are not familiar with delicata squash, don’t feel too bad. You’re not alone. I’m just learning about this one and am delighted to tell you that it is delicious. As noted in this yummy dish, Sausage Stuffed Delicata Squash.
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pork
pan-roasted pork tenderloin with bacon-maple dressing
Just imagine this. Juicy flavorful pork tenderloin that’s been rubbed with a dry blend of ground fennel and coriander, then quickly browned on the stovetop and finished off in the oven. Now dress that goodness with a topping of bacon and shallots that have been glazed with maple syrup and balsamic vinegar. Do I have your
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dessert
pumpkin crème brûlée
Don’t wait for Thanksgiving to give this Pumpkin Crème Brûlée a try. It’s the perfect end to an autumn meal. Actually, it’s the perfect treat any time of year. Especially if you love the taste of pumpkin. And really …who doesn’t love crème brûlée?
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side
spicy roasted acorn squash with feta crumbles
Can’t go wrong with any type of roasted squash, right? Especially as we enjoy the cooler weather. This is a quick and easy way to enjoy the bountiful fall produce. This Spicy Roasted Acorn Squash with Feta Crumbles pairs well with just about any meat or poultry that you may be serving.
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appetizer
marinated mushrooms with balsamic drizzle
These marinated mushrooms are just the thing to amp up your next cheese board. Or maybe you’re looking for something to add more interest to your antipasti tray. These are your guys.
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appetizer
chorizo queso with potato skins
Any of you guys enjoy watching football? Maybe with a large group of fans who happen to be your friends? Invite them over for the next game and bring out a tray of the best ever loaded potato skins. Ever.
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sandwich
camembert burgers with sautéed apples
Everyone is ushering in the fall season with talk of pumpkin flavored treats and hearty soups. That talk isn’t a bad thing – count me as one of the guilty ones – but there are other ways to ease ourselves into the cooler weather. This Camembert Burgers with Sautéed Apples may be just the thing.
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side
Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Bacon
These Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Bacon. Even the anti-veggie folks will be converted. They’re that good.