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Caramelized Onion, Butternut Squash & Sweet Potato Sourdough Tart with Rosemary & Fried Sage

- Amanda

That name is a mouthful, I know, but I just had to do this tart justice. It’s got a lot going on in all the right ways. A rosemary sourdough crust with just the right amount of tangy yum, earthy, colorful and slightly sweet butternut squash and sweet potatoes kissed by a little more rosemary. Then utterly scrumptious caramelized onions mixed with not one, but three different types of cheese- gouda, parm, and creamy ricotta. This Caramelized Onion, Butternut Squash & Sweet Potato Sourdough Tart with Rosemary & Fried Sage makes for one stellar meal served with a little side salad or is a star addition to any holiday spread.

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Cider & Squash Chicken & Dumplings

- Amanda

This recipe for Cider & Squash Chicken & Dumplings is comfort food at it’s best. It’s warm, just the right amount of creamy, hearty and ever-so slightly sweet from the apple cider and butternut squash. This take on a timeless classic is one I think will have you won over.

And as we approach Thanksgiving, I think the timing couldn’t be more perfect as this would be a wonderful recipe to use up some of that leftover turkey. Turkey and dumplings? Why not.

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Simply Delicious Carrot Ginger Soup

- Amanda

Nothing better than a warm bowl of soup on a 90 degree day.  Ha, just kidding.  But you know what, we’re actually enjoying this soup now even though summer weather is still going strong in LA.


 I’ve been making this Carrot Ginger Soup for years. In fact it was one of the first recipes on my Auntie Treats blog way back when.  It really is a timeless winner.  K and I enjoyed it pre-kids and now the four us all love it.  Because really, there’s not much to not love here.

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Almost Lupita’s Carne Asada

- Amanda

Growing up, almost every special occasion meant two things. Our family would get together and there would be carne asada. Okay, three things, there would always be dessert too. But today, we’re focusing on the meat. And not just any meat. The most deliciously marinated, melt-in-your mouth, grilled steak sliced up into candy-like bits that you could pick up and eat just like that (I dare you to try not to,) fill in a burrito or turn into perfect perfect tacos. This is carne asada. The one and only meat perhaps that will forever hold a special place in my heart and that sets the bar for pretty much any other red meat I eat.

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Crisp Roasted Chickpea and Tomato Flatbread (V)

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Sometimes life calls for an easy, no fuss dinner, but something that’s still really satisfying and not necessarily take-out. You know those nights, right? The day goes by way too quickly and suddenly it’s almost five and you have no clue what you’re eating tonight and more importantly, what you’re feeding the fam. This became more of a dilemmer post kids. Because if we’re being honest, I can be pretty happy with a bowl of cereal on those kinds of days.

Well enter this Crisp Roasted Chickpea & Tomato Flatbread. The flavors in this literally burst in your mouth. It’s got it all. Subtle garlic creaminess from the hummus. So much freshness from the tomatoes, bell peppers and lemon juice. A bright herb kick from fresh parsley and mint. The best zing from pickled onions. And the awesome texture contrast from the roasted chickpeas. Then it’s all given a giant hug inside of soft pillow-like flatbread and a drizzle of saucy yogurt.

This is so good. But minimal, adjust as you need, effort.

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