This Fernet Manhattan is a twist on the classic cocktail. Fernet adds complex depth to the already flavorful concoction, lending unique spiciness. What Is Fernet? Fernet is an Italian Amaro: an herbal liqueur known for its bitter sweet flavor. It’s made from a variety of herbs and spices, lending to its polarizing flavor. It commonly is served as a digestif to settle the stomach afterRead more ->
These Apple Frangipane Tarts are absolutely stunning! Delicate frangipane filling is topped with thinly sliced apples in a delicate pie crust shell. Packed with delectable almond flavor! Apple Frangipane Tart Few desserts make me swoon as much as almond-flavored treats do. The sweet, delicate, and simple flavor is one that I can’t get enough of. These Apple Frangipane Tarts highlight use a basic pie dough,Read more ->
Kitchen Memoirs are a collection of stories about the people and dishes who have inspired me most in the kitchen. Each month I will share a new story about one of these people accompanied by one or more recipes. This month’s story is about my Dad, Tom Dear Dad So often I’m asked, “How did you come to love cooking so much?” These Kitchen Memoirs wereRead more ->
25 Pumpkin & Squash Recipes to Enjoy This Fall Fall wouldn’t be complete without pumpkin! I made this pumpkin recipe roundup with recipes for dinners, treats, drinks, and snacks to enjoy this Fall! Try one or try them all: there’s something in here for everyone! 1. Pumpkin Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Mushrooms and Crispy Sage Sweet Potato and Pumpkin Gnocchi with Roasted Mushrooms and CrispyRead more ->
This Kabocha Squash and Turkey Chili is hearty and healthy take on the classic meal-in-a-bowl. Kabocha squash adds an earthy bite to the already substantial chili. Warm and spicy: this is feel good food! When It’s Chilly, We Chili On a scale of cool to unbearable, chili is a good choice regardless of what the chill in the air is. There’s something about each warmRead more ->
This Creamy Pumpkin Rigatoni is a crowd pleasing, cheesy and delicious supper! Canned pumpkin is combined with a handful of ingredients which cut calories and add all the flavor. I Heart Pasta Does anyone else get excited about pasta? I mean, like, really excited. Sure, I love pasta as much as the next person. But what I’m really talking about here is the TYPE ofRead more ->
These Butternut Squash Stuffed Shells with Sausage are beyond delicious! Sausage, ricotta, and mozzarella stuffed shells are bathed in a smooth and creamy butternut squash sauce. Absolute Fall pasta perfection! Butternut Squash Stuffed Shells HEAVENS. Are these stuffed shells good, you guys. I’ve never really met a pasta dish I haven’t loved. I realize that doesn’t do much in my convincing you that this recipeRead more ->
These Pumpkin Pot Pies are a cozy vegetarian meal to prepare for a weeknight supper, but are fancy enough for guests! Butternut squash replaces the standard chicken, and a homemade soup mix takes place of the canned condensed soup! Lightened up comfort food, at its finest. Lightened Up Comfort Pure, unadulterated, comfort food. What comes to mind? Everyone’s idea of comfort is different. Some yearnRead more ->
This Pumpkin and Chickpea Curry is pure comfort! Red Kuri Squash and creamy chickpeas are simmered in a coconut red curry sauce and served over fluffy basmati rice. Slightly spicy, this curry will warm you inside and out. Warm & Comforting Meals On my laziest Sundays, I like to eat slow simmered, slightly spiced, warm and comforting dishes like curry. Especially on a snowy dayRead more ->
Sweet Potato and Pumpkin Gnocchi with Roasted Mushrooms and Crispy Sage is the perfect Fall supper. Roasted sweet potato and pumpkin puree takes gnocchi to the next level! Homemade Gnocchi Making your own pasta can be seen as a daunting task. Although there are just a handful of basic ingredients, surely the process of making your own pasta is incredibly complex…right? Wrong. What Is Gnocchi?Read more ->