living in california means that there is so much good local produce year round, so it’s hard to think in terms of seasons sometimes! but roasted delicata squashes are super easy & tasty, we love it on pasta or rice bowls.
I'm obsessed with roasted delicata squash as well (I try to always have one on hand, because, as you said, the rings are so easy to dress up a simple salad or grain bowl!).
"Krautfleckerl" - sort of Austrian/EE cabbage pasta. Fry up to brown/carmelized cabbage and onion, then toss with noodles, either spaetzle or even just farfalle. SO tasty!
I will say that the old Habsburg-y recipe has you throw in salt and sugar to caramelize, but I find they brown without sugar. You can add grated carrot, which is tasty but not traditional.
The upside of the instant pot is that I can have the chana dal in time for lunch, but the downside is that it isn't cozy like a pot simmering on the stove or even a slow cooker. (I like my chana dal with a little tomato and fresh herbs to brighten it up.)
My favorite winter meal is a huge pot of chili. Two types of lentils, three types of beans, 6 types of peppers, my own blended chili powder. With a baked potato; oiled, salted, and crisped up in the oven. So filling. And best of all, it feeds me for a week, plus plenty of leftovers frozen in individual portions for the days I can't face cooking!
I just did a little dance when I read this, because I forgot about the utter beauty of a baked potato topped with chili!!! How could I have forgotten? Thank you for this delicious reminder. Going on my list for next week. ❤️
Our family's comfort food for when it's dreadful outside is a vegetable-heavy sort of "chili", with baked beans, butternut squash, mushrooms, and corn.
I love how this is your family's comfort food when the weather is dreadful - it makes the meal feel like a ritual, transforming awful weather into an opportunity for something delicious!
You're right; a comforting ritual is exactly how it feels! And we're in Maine - we have both lots of locally grown seasonal vegetables and lots of cold, snowy weather in which to enjoy their goodness.
Hi Jodi, I hope you are well! I've been reaching out, as you were the winner of my cookbook giveaway featuring Jenny Rosenstrach's book, Get Simple. Since I haven't heard back from you I'm going to need to extend the giveaway to somebody else. Could you please let me know by Monday, Feb 17th if you'd like the copy? Thanks!
Congratulations, Jodi; you won the cookbook giveaway!!! I sent you a direct message but haven't heard back. Let me know the best address to ship the book to. Woohoo!
I love making broccolini with Tamari and ginger.
What a delicious combination!
What a great conversation, and Nicki, I'm always so impressed with your presence as a host.
Sarah, thank you! This means so much. ❤️
living in california means that there is so much good local produce year round, so it’s hard to think in terms of seasons sometimes! but roasted delicata squashes are super easy & tasty, we love it on pasta or rice bowls.
I'm obsessed with roasted delicata squash as well (I try to always have one on hand, because, as you said, the rings are so easy to dress up a simple salad or grain bowl!).
We can't get enough of a veggie forward, minestrone style soup + extra garlic bread please!!
That sounds perfect for winter nights... and yes to the extra garlic bread!!
Spicy cauliflower steaks!
Yum!! (And I just developed a new cauliflower steak recipe... coming soon)!
"Krautfleckerl" - sort of Austrian/EE cabbage pasta. Fry up to brown/carmelized cabbage and onion, then toss with noodles, either spaetzle or even just farfalle. SO tasty!
I have been CRAVING cabbage ever since my conversation with Jenny (and currently have a head in my fridge). This sounds amazing!
I will say that the old Habsburg-y recipe has you throw in salt and sugar to caramelize, but I find they brown without sugar. You can add grated carrot, which is tasty but not traditional.
Chana Dal in the instant pot, or black bean soup.
I feel warmer just thinking about those dishes (on a day that's 12 degrees outside...)! ❤️
The upside of the instant pot is that I can have the chana dal in time for lunch, but the downside is that it isn't cozy like a pot simmering on the stove or even a slow cooker. (I like my chana dal with a little tomato and fresh herbs to brighten it up.)
Roasted sweet potato with tahini dressing is super easy but so soul warming.
Yesssss; tahini dressing on everything, please!! So good.
My favorite winter meal is a huge pot of chili. Two types of lentils, three types of beans, 6 types of peppers, my own blended chili powder. With a baked potato; oiled, salted, and crisped up in the oven. So filling. And best of all, it feeds me for a week, plus plenty of leftovers frozen in individual portions for the days I can't face cooking!
I just did a little dance when I read this, because I forgot about the utter beauty of a baked potato topped with chili!!! How could I have forgotten? Thank you for this delicious reminder. Going on my list for next week. ❤️
I could definitely use some more inspiration but I like roasted sweet potatoes
A roasted sweet potato is a glorious thing on its own!
Our family's comfort food for when it's dreadful outside is a vegetable-heavy sort of "chili", with baked beans, butternut squash, mushrooms, and corn.
I love how this is your family's comfort food when the weather is dreadful - it makes the meal feel like a ritual, transforming awful weather into an opportunity for something delicious!
You're right; a comforting ritual is exactly how it feels! And we're in Maine - we have both lots of locally grown seasonal vegetables and lots of cold, snowy weather in which to enjoy their goodness.
simple roasted cauliflower w cumin salt and garlic powder
Truly one of the best side dishes (I especially love all the little crumbles that get especially dark and tender).
surprisingly delicious and buttery every time
Just simple mashed potatoes!
YES! I just made my grocery list for the week and am going to do mashed potatoes on Sunday (with meatloaf, which I haven't made in ages).
I love the chickpea, coconut, kale, and turmeric stew from the NYT with naan. Warm and nourishing and satisfying every time.
As I sit here, SO COLD, that is exactly what I want to eat. Thank you for reminding me of that recipe!
I like to roast Rainbow Baby Carrots, sliced in half the long way, with olive oil, salt and pepper. They look so pretty on the plate.
Hi Jodi, I hope you are well! I've been reaching out, as you were the winner of my cookbook giveaway featuring Jenny Rosenstrach's book, Get Simple. Since I haven't heard back from you I'm going to need to extend the giveaway to somebody else. Could you please let me know by Monday, Feb 17th if you'd like the copy? Thanks!
Congratulations, Jodi; you won the cookbook giveaway!!! I sent you a direct message but haven't heard back. Let me know the best address to ship the book to. Woohoo!
Such a great idea! I love the mix of colors.
I make a no-cream creamy garlicky broccoli pasta...mmmm...maybe tonight?!
This sounds amazing. What creates the creamy texture?? Do tell!
old nonna’s recipe…getting timing right with pasta water and the vegetable sauce (just a tad of parmesan) makes a very creamy sauce
Brilliant ✨