To celebrate the season, I’m sharing my recipe for homemade Pumpkin Ravioli. A savory take on pumpkin, paired with cheese, a hint of nutmeg, and a rich brown butter sage sauce. Nutty, earthy, just the right amount of pumpkin, enveloped in pasta that can’t get any more fresh.
Read MoreOur first sweet treat for October: Vanilla Chai Shortbread Cookies! Hints of cardamom, cinnamon, and clove folded into buttery, flaky shortbread, served with a cup of hot tea for an extra cozy autumn treat.
Two months ago, I began a late-night quest to record a list of ideas for October. Among them were dishes filled with mushrooms, spices, and herbs. Slow-cooked, inspired by movies and Halloweens of years passed. By the time I'd finished, I had more recipes than days in the month. And the list continued to grow, spilling into November and December.
Read MoreMore squash recipes! Sorry for the double butternut squash dishes this week, but on the spectrum of savory dishes, they are different in their own ways. More savory and full of aromatics, the butternut squash in this Roasted Squash, Pumpkin Seed, and Pomegranate Harvest Salad is tossed with a marinade of honey, allspice, and cumin. After half an hour, we've got these beautiful, caramelized half-moons beaming with aromatic spices. Just one of the many treats in this salad, along with pomegranate seeds, roasted pumpkin seeds, spiced caramelized shallots, and crumbled cotija.
Read MoreIt's hard to get into the season in LA, I'm not gonna lie. Most years September is one of the hottest months of the year, dragging the summer heat far past it's prime. All of the grocery stores, especially Trader Joe's, always seem to get into the spirit long before the weather turns. Which means a couple weeks ago, I came home with mini pumpkins, acorn squash, pie pumpkins, and a massive butternut squash. Not to mention an assortment of dried fruits, nuts, and seeds for another autumn treat.
Read MoreAutumn has officially begun and we can finally see some rain in the forecast! Which means it's time to explore the earthy realm of mushrooms and herbs. Paired with smooth, cheesy polenta, each forkful of my Cheesy Polenta with Sautéed Mushrooms is a little taste of decadent, fall goodness.
Read MoreIt's hard to believe we're halfway through September! Soon enough we'll be into the season of aromatic soups, slow cooked meals, and everything pumpkin. I've spent a few days this week planning out some ideas and testing recipes for the coming weeks. I'm so excited to dive into the season and share these dishes with you! Starting off with my Lime Pie with Ginger Graham Cracker Crust: an aromatic twist on one of my favorite desserts.
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