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sweet potato and sage hummus

by Jackie Newgent | June 21, 2018 | 0 Comments

bowl of hummus with sage flowers and chickpeas on top

This vibrant sweet potato and sage hummus transforms the classic Mediterranean dip into a seasonally-inspired delight. The addition of baked sweet potato creates a subtly sweet, earthy base that perfectly complements the traditional chickpea and tahini foundation, while the unexpected option of green tea as the liquid ingredient adds a gentle complexity rarely found in conventional hummus recipes.

roasted butternut squash skewers

by Jackie Newgent | October 12, 2015 | 7 Comments

butternut squash skewers on marble with fresh sage leaves

You simply can’t go wrong by serving roasted butternut squash as a seasonal side dish. But adding extra herbs and spice and serving it as a fun hors d’oeuvres on skewers is way more intriguing. So voila, here’s the recipe for roasted butternut squash skewers! These seasonal vegetable kebabs are crazy good! And when you’re able to give each and every butternut squash cube the individual attention it deserves, you’ll be more satisfied.

spinach & artichoke flatbread pizza

by Jackie Newgent | February 8, 2015 | 2 Comments

Pizza is a food that I simply don’t think I could live without! Luckily, as long as it’s not loaded up with greasy pepperoni and sausage, it can be good for you. If you top it with vegan cheese, it may be better for you. And if you top it with plenty of vegetables, it will be extra good for you. That’s what I’ve done here with a luscious-tasting spinach-artichoke topping that was inspired by spinach-artichoke dip!

seasonal pumpkin and sage risotto

by Jackie Newgent | November 3, 2014 | 2 Comments

Risotto is a comfort food that I adore—especially as the weather turns colder. But whole grain risotto is not easily found on restaurant menus. So this is one dish I prefer to make at home. And seasonal pumpkin and sage risotto is definitely at the top of my list! Sorry in advance to risotto traditionalists! But since classic preparation of risotto can take patience, I’m sharing with you my cheater version! Simply use short grain brown rice for an excellent risotto-style entrée that’s easier and more intriguing than the conventional version. Luckily, this kind of cheating is a good thing! The short grain rice provides a perfectly sticky texture that’s ideal for risotto making.