Oven-Roasted BBQ Butternut Squash

Silly as it may seem, little things like an abundance of butternut squash and apples really do a lot to help me come to terms with the slow but steady onset of winter. This recipe incorporates both, along with a special third ingredient: barbeque seasoning! Since cutting back on my meat consumption, I’ve had issues … Continue reading →

German Apple Pancake

Delicious, easy, and dramatic. Does it really get better than that? I debuted this recipe at a brunch party over the weekend with great success! From the caramelized apples to the almost custard-like layers to the dramatic puff, this pancake is amazing. Start to finish, the recipe takes roughly 40 minutes, but only about 10 … Continue reading →

Cinnamon Apple Muffins

I make these muffins every October in the attempt to hold on to apple season for just a little bit longer. They’re delicious fresh out of the oven, and with a little self-restraint they will stay good for three or four days. If you don’t think you can eat 12 muffins in 4 days (trust … Continue reading →

Spiced Applesauce

I’ll be honest, this is less of a recipe and more of a guideline. I’ve approximated ingredient amounts below, but you can really do anything with this recipe. More apples, more water, more sugar, different/fewer spices, other fruit (plums!), you get the idea. My version creates a very thick applesauce that borders on an apple … Continue reading →

Curried Butternut Squash Soup with Apple

This. Soup. Is. AMAZING. I found it in my first (of many!!) cookbooks, The Silver Palate and have made it twice in the past week. If my fridge wasn’t already brimming with Thanksgiving leftovers, I would probably make it again this week. If you don’t have all of the spices listed below, just add 4-5 … Continue reading →