Here’s a beautiful, colorful winter salad to perk you up in the chilly months. It’s even better the next day after the flavors get to blend together overnight. But don’t let that stop you from enjoying it right away… it’s also fantastic immediately! It’s super filling because both butternut squash and chickpeas have lots of fiber. Continue reading
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butternut squash and white bean gratin
I always thought making a gratin was a time-consuming affair because you have to make a white sauce. But guess what! No white sauce here! The starch in the squash thickens the cream all by itself. You will be amazed at how quickly this comes together. I made this on a weeknight, and while it was in the oven, I made a green salad. Done! Continue reading
smoky butternut squash and black bean ragout with pepitas and feta
Ah, fall. Don’t you just want to curl up with a fuzzy blanket, a fluffy pillow, maybe a cat on your lap if that’s your thing, and a bowl of yum? Smooth butternut, smoky chipotle, savory beans, crunchy pepitas, salty feta, and bright lime make a savory combination of flavors that will make your taste buds *pop*. Thanks Vegetarian Times! One thing I’ve always wondered about using chipotles in adobo – what the heck do I do with the leftovers? Chipotles are smoked jalapenos. What?! Keep reading – I’ll post about ways to use the remaining smoky spicy goodness next. Continue reading