Posts Tagged ‘pumpkin’

Cranberry Pumpkin Teacakes

Had enough of this pumpkin business yet? Thought not, so, just you wait.
November 13th, 2007 | Sweet | Read More

Marina Di Chioggia Gnocchi

Upon returning from vacation I couldn’t help but notice one of my pumpkins from my collection. The skin of my Marina Di Chioggia had turned much darker than its original green and although I don’t know a whole heck of a lot about pumpkins and their various shades green, I do know that my...
November 8th, 2007 | Photography, Savory | Read More

Pumpkin Mushroom & Leek Risotto

With autumn here it’s not to tough to find the cooler weather ingredients. As the farmer’s markets begin the preparation of shutting down for the winter, the fall finds and harvest colours are still filling the tables. Since Jack-o-Lanterns aren’t very good for eating, I used the Jarrahdale...
October 26th, 2007 | Photography, Savory, Umami | Read More

Maple Pumpkin Quick Bread

One of the best things about living in Canada in the fall, other than the fabulous hauls from the farmers market, is that other reason why we appreciate the almighty maple tree. The nectar of nature, maple syrup is truly a spring gift, however delicious, a simple autumn walk can be just as spectacular....
October 16th, 2007 | Sweet | Read More

Roasted Vegetable Soup

Who knew that if given the choice, most grown-ups will avoid roasted parsnips and squash if they are served on their own? Made me happy, as I eyed the level of the dish near the end of dinner. I knew where these left over vegetables were going after the Thanksgiving dishes were done. Funny thing, us...
October 14th, 2007 | Photography, Sweet | Read More

Thankful

On a recent trip to the country side, it was easy to absorb the surroundings and be thankful for what we have. The warm autumn days have brought with it a tremendous bounty. While on the road, we were fortunate to experience one of the more remarkable pumpkin patches of recent memory. Flooded by the...
October 6th, 2007 | Photography, Savory | Read More