Category Archives: Fall

Chickpea Spinach (Super Thick) Stew with Fried Egg

Posted on December 3, 2012 by

This meal has two of Melanie’s top three food items, if she had to pick three food items to live on for life. It’s also super hearty, healthy, satisfying, and the paprika adds a flavor we don’t normally eat. Plus, … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Apple Pancakes

Posted on November 24, 2012 by

This Sunday morning breakfast is super easy to put together, and super delicious to enjoy beside a fire, with the newspaper in hand, your dogs at your feet, and the person you love beside you.

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Shallots and Mushrooms

Posted on November 4, 2012 by

The rich flavors of slow-roasted brussels sprouts and the earthy tones of wild mushrooms mingle with the sweet taste of fried shallots in this lovely Thanksgiving dish. Our dear friend Megan cooked this for us this year, and come to … Continue reading →

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Quinoa, Kale and Squash One-Pot Dinner

Posted on October 24, 2012 by

It’s the season for squash, and we can’t get enough. We saw this one-pot dinner idea in Sunset Magazine, and thought we’d like it. (How could we NOT? It’s full of many of our favorite things!) For a delicious, healthy … Continue reading →

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Roast Acorn Squash Stuffed with Brown Rice, Mushrooms and Walnuts

Posted on October 22, 2012 by

This is the first year we tried baking acorn squash with squash we actually grew ourselves. The flavor was REMARKABLE! We’ve never had such richly nuanced, nuttily delicious squash before. If you can, make this hearty, easy recipe from your … Continue reading →

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Braised Chicken with Capers – A Cozy Fall Dinner

Posted on October 15, 2012 by

There’s something homey about chicken for dinner, especially with fall in the air. This recipe from Bon Appetit is simple enough that you can make it for a weeknight dinner, or enjoy it around the dining table with family and … Continue reading →

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Chicken with Herbed Dumplings – A Fall Feast

Posted on October 12, 2012 by

There’s something so classic about chicken and dumplings. It’s a dish that’s been around forever – hearty, satisfying, and it makes your kitchen smell so good. Make yours with a chicken from your local farmer for a super local (and … Continue reading →

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Vegetarian Chili to Beat All Vegetarian Chilis

Posted on October 10, 2012 by

This recipe from Cook’s Illustrated is amazing. It’s a hearty, delicious, rich chili with all the texture of a meat chili (thanks to the bulgur) and all the flavor of the best chili you’ve ever had (thanks to the ancho … Continue reading →

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Green Apple Pumpkin Galette

Posted on October 5, 2012 by

This apple and pumpkin galette from Sunset Magazine was amazing! Super easy to make, plus it looks beautiful and tastes even better than it looks. We’re probably going to use this for a Thanksgiving dessert, but don’t wait until Thanksgiving … Continue reading →

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Shepherd’s Pie with Kabocha Squash on Top

Posted on October 1, 2012 by

There’s no mistaking it. The weather in Seattle has turned to fall – and with it comes football, squash dishes and food to put a little meat on your bones. We saw this recipe in this month’s Sunset Magazine and … Continue reading →

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