If I could eat sweet potatoes 7 days a week, I would be so, so happy. They are so versatile, and easy to prep! My favorite way to make them is roasting them in the oven. Perhaps this is the “lazy” way, but I find it to be a pretty foolproof way to get them soft and cooked through, but also browned with a bit of texture on the outside. These Lemon Sesame Roasted Sweet Potatoes are a super simple, easy, and delectable version of my go to side dish.
We have reached December! I have no idea how the year went by so quickly, but I’m always excited when the Christmas season begins. It’s always full of baking, eating, family time, and finding ways to stay warm. I thought a super simple 5 ingredient cookie would be a great way to start this season. These Peppermint Coconut Macaroons are perfect for the holidays, and getting into the spirit of the season.
Every year I wait for peak pear season so I can eat them all day, in every way. They are still going strong around here as sweet as can be in late November, and so I’ve started to even drink them. This Ginger Pear Bourbon Cocktail is a delicious one for the late fall season. Zingy ginger, sweet pear, and warming bourbon all in one neat glass. It can also be turned into a mocktail if preferred!
I realized recently that I don’t bake nearly as much as I used to. There really isn’t much rhyme or reason for this, but it was a strange observation! Perhaps it’s because a household of 2 can only eat so many baked goods, and the change in social habits that last couple years means there are fewer opportunities to pawn off these treats to friends and family. When I do find myself wanting some dessert, I’ve been craving foods that play with the balance of sweet and savory, or highlight herbal flavors. These Cardamom Almond Brownies do both of those things, and make for a warming treat as we enter into the colder months.
Fall is upon us, and as the wind and rain storms blow in, I’m eating warm, rich dishes a whole lot more. Up until recently, I have been a bit intimidated by risotto. I always thought it took forever or was really easy to mess up… Turns out, it’s actually quite quick, but it does require a bit of patience at the same time. This Butternut Squash Risotto with Seared Scallops is the perfect combination of warm fall flavors, with some delicate seafood flair.