I’ve been holding out, restraining myself from coming home with an assortment of winter squash, but I eventually succumbed to all those shades of orange.  Without question, in a few months I will have had my fair share of pumpkin and other winter squash.  Notwithstanding, as autumn unfolds, I am eager to dive into some … Continue Reading

As winter begins to recede and spring slowly emerges, thought I’d give one last hoorah to the winter squash. Am so grateful to the winter squash, such as butternut, kabocha, delicata, hubbard, Queensland Blue, kuri, etc. Winter squash, one of the few vegetables to withstand the cold temperatures and to consistently make its presence felt … Continue Reading

 I kept peeking in the oven as this bread was baking. Didn’t want to interrupt the baking process, but couldn’t overcome my curiosity. Just wanted to make sure it was progressing along, and didn’t all of a sudden collapse in the oven. Each time I took a glimpse, the bread was looking good — nice … Continue Reading

This time of year makes me think of winter squash. While I dread winter, I do have a thing for winter squash varietals. My favorites: kabocha, kuri, and hubbard. Find myself bringing one home every time I go to the market, and have amassed a nice little collection on my countertop. Sometimes when I’m feeling … Continue Reading

I don’t have much of a sweet tooth, nor am I much of a baker per se, but I do rather like the idea of incorporating local seasonal vegetables into dessert. The basis for the cake batter–kabocha squash that I steamed and whipped into a puree and grated carrots–makes for an extremely moist, but light … Continue Reading