At this time of year, pumpkin everything is everywhere. It’s a little overdone in my opinion. When it comes to food, so much falls into the pumpkin spice category, which really isn’t about pumpkin at all – just those spices we associate with pumpkin pie. But pumpkin is actually a lovely thing to cook with and I really love it in savory applications, which I think get lost in … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Polenta with Italian Sausage and Pumpkin Ragu
Halloween
Pumpkin Whipped Feta with Dukkah
Pumpkin season is upon us and I wanted to create something seasonal and special, with a modern and unique twist. I love the simple idea of whipping cheese to a creamy spread and topping it deliciously, like my Whipped Feta with Za’atar Roasted Tomatoes. Here I’ve given it a perfect seasonal touch, salty, tangy feta blended with earthy pumpkin. The burnt umber color looks … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Whipped Feta with Dukkah
Pumpkin Sage Focaccia
It’s time to put pumpkin front and center. I love this pillowy slab of delicious fall flavor, and it is incredibly easy to make – it just takes some patience to get through the resting and rising phases! Though your patience will be well rewarded with a fresh autumn read straight from the oven. I love this served with soup or a simple pasta, or as a starter with some olive oil … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Sage Focaccia
Sweet Potato Curry over Black Rice
Black rice isn’t just about the drama, it has a wonderfully nutty taste with a slight chew that holds up to rich toppings like this curry. Sometimes called forbidden rice, I easily find it at stores like the Fresh Market, Whole Foods, Sprouts or in the Asian section of larger groceries. There are different varieties, so cook it according to the instructions on the package. Of … [Read more...] about Sweet Potato Curry over Black Rice
Homemade Halloween
When I was a kid, I had chicken pox on Halloween one year. I was ensconced on the foldout couch in front of the TV covered in calamine lotion and unable to wear a costume or go trick-or-treating. That stunk. But I remember that Halloween more than all the others, not because I was itchy and alone, but because my older brother shared his candy with me, which at that point in our … [Read more...] about Homemade Halloween
