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Beet & Goat Cheese Ravioli

Beets….they’re a polarizing vegetable.  You either love ’em or hate ’em.  There’s no in between. I’ve never heard someone say they’re pretty good, alright, etc.  It’s either “I love beets!” or “BLECH!”…along with a face of absolute disgust.  You know the face…scrunched up nose, frown, squinty eyes…just like you did …

Brussels Sprout Salad with Orange Vinaigrette

Woah…woah…woah!  Don’t finalize your Thanksgiving menu just yet!  Get some green veggies in that meal!  This one won’t take up precious oven space and can be made ahead.  Delicious, easy, and stress free.  That’s how your holiday should be.  I shredded the brussels sprouts in the food processor but if …

Stuffed Acorn Squash

This is November in a nutshell….or maybe a squash shell in this case.  It’s an in season dish that will keep you feeling cozy during this grey, rainy, and cool weather here in Chicago.  The trees are changing to gorgeous red and orange and some leaves have fallen.  I happen to love it but some aren’t …

Root Vegetable Salad

During the summer of 2011 I visited Copenhagen for the first time and had a truly unforgettable meal there.  A breakfast buffet like no other.  Yes…a breakfast buffet.  There was no omelette station, sad hash browns, or soggy pancakes.  It was fresh and incredibly flavorful.  Homemade yogurt and cereal, Danish …