Butternut Penne Alla Vodka with Fresh Mozzarella

Butternut Penne Alla Vodka
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It’s officially October and I’m officially putting squash in everything. I know some people are averse to this practice but I don’t care. I love the fall and all its trimmings. This is the only time of year that I actually feel enthusiastic about squash. Sure, I eat squash all year round but there’s something about October that makes it seem downright magical. Maybe it’s the nostalgia around pumpkin pie or the welcome return of cozy meals. But the second October hits, I start making things like this Butternut Penne Alla Vodka.

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Caprese Focaccia with Fresh Basil

Caprese Focaccia with Fresh Basil
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Well, I’ve finally jumped on the bandwagon, I’ve joined YouTube. After experimenting with recipe videos on my Instagram throughout the first wave of COVID, I developed a taste for making them. And honestly, it wasn’t that big a leap for me. I love to blather on about food in general. Oh, and my partner has worked in television production for decades. Yeah, I’m sure you’re starting to wonder what took me so long. But what does that matter? I’m here now and I brought this Caprese Focaccia.

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Spicy Chicken Squash Blossom Tacos

Spicy Chicken Squash Blossom Tacos
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Have you ever experienced a squash blossom that has been stuffed and fried? They are truly magical. So magical, in fact, it’s hard to stray from the classic. But I somehow found the courage to take a risk and try something new with my beloved blossoms. These Spicy Chicken Squash Blossom Tacos are the result of that leap of faith. And now, they are this household’s favorite taco, which is a touch inconvenient because squash blossoms are not always easy to come by. So I realize this recipe may be a tease for some of you at the moment. On the other hand, it never hurts to have a recipe at the ready for any unexpected blossoms that may enter your life.

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Kimchi Sweet Potato Burgers with Butter Lettuce Wraps

Kimchi Sweet Potato Burgers with Butter Lettuce Wraps
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Yes, I’m back with yet another veggie burger. If you’ve been visiting this blog for a while, you know my veggie burger dependency is well-documented as are my thoughts on a veggie burger’s legitimacy to the burger moniker. So I won’t waste your time by perching on that particular soapbox again. Instead, I’m going to speak about a decision that plagues me whenever I slap a veggie burger into a pan – bun or no bun? I opted for no bun for today’s Kimchi Sweet Potato Burgers and I’m going to over-explain my reasons for making this crucial decision. You’re excited, I know you are.

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