by Josie | Nov 24, 2024 | Bacon, Butternut Squash, Chilis, Dairy, Gluten Free, Greens, Hors d'oeuvres, Nuts, Recipes, Roasting and grilling, Sides, Squash, Vegetarian Option
Is the toast craze still going on? I love toast, particularly with avocado. What I don’t love is paying $15 in restaurants for avocado toast with a slice of bacon garnished with microgreens or tomato mozzarella toast with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprig of...
by Josie | Nov 19, 2024 | Butternut Squash, Chef Inspired, Chilis, Gluten Free, Herbs, Nuts, Recipes, Roasting and grilling, Sides, Spices, Squash, Vegan Option, Vegetarian
This is the first time I’ve attempted this recipe and it was a total breeze. AND absolutely delicious. We’ve been recipe testing with butternut the last couple of weeks. We had a number of larger butternut that were earmarked for a Thanksgiving table. We...
by Josie | Oct 9, 2024 | Broccoli, Citrus, Gluten Free, Herbs, Nuts, Recipes, Salads, Sides, Vegetarian
We harvested the last of our fall broccoli this week, so I made this ridiculously delicious slaw again. I’ve talked about it so many times the last couple of months. It’s the best salad and lasts for several days ~ even when dressed! It’s a colorful...
by Josie | Nov 15, 2023 | Citrus, Dairy, Gluten Free, Herbs, Nuts, Potatoes, Recipes, Sides, Vegetarian
We made these a few weeks ago and freaked out at how good they were The dish is decadent, but a complete breeze to prepare. You’ve got an amazing entree or side dish that speaks to winter cravings and it comes together in 45 minutes. We’re thinking of...
by Josie | Nov 14, 2023 | Curry, Gluten Free, Herbs, Nuts, Sauces, Sides, Tahini, Turmeric, Vegan, Vegetarian
This is one of those dishes that’s kind of fun. It’s a showstopper side or main course that you can enjoy for several meals. I’ve done a couple of trial runs with whole roasted cauliflower and this is probably my favorite to-date. The color is...
by Josie | Oct 13, 2023 | Baking, Cheese, Chilis, Citrus, Dairy, Herbs, Nuts, Recipes, Vegetarian
I love roasting vegetables, particularly in the fall and winter months. Carrots, like many cool season crops, actually get sweeter in the winter months when their starch stores are converted to sugars. This conversion protects the vegetables from freezing and makes...