Author: Hayley

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Creamy Pumpkin Sausage Pasta

This creamy pumpkin sausage pasta is the cozy fall dinner your weeknight rotation has been missing. Browned Italian sausage, pumpkin purée, fresh sage, Parmesan, and finely chopped dino kale come together in a rich, silky sauce that coats every noodle. Crispy sage and toasted pepitas […]

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Cozy Pumpkin Chili

This pumpkin chili is chili season’s fall upgrade — and no, it doesn’t taste like pumpkin pie. This cozy pumpkin chili is a hearty, savory twist on traditional beef chili, made with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, bell pepper, warm spices, and pumpkin purée. And don’t […]

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Skillet Pork Chops with Apples and Onions

One skillet, 30 minutes, and a pan sauce good enough to eat with a spoon. These skillet pork chops with apples and onions are a flavorful 30-minute, one-pan dinner that’s perfect for a cozy fall evening. Bone-in pork chops are seared until golden, then finished […]

Homemade Staple

Homemade Pumpkin Puree

Making homemade pumpkin puree from fresh pumpkin is easier than you might think. With just a few small pie pumpkins and a time, you can make smooth, flavorful pumpkin puree right at home. Roasting the pumpkin brings out its natural sweetness and creates a delicious […]

Homemade Staple

Homemade Elderberry Syrup

This homemade elderberry syrup is a cozy fall and winter recipe made with dried elderberries, raw honey, fresh ginger, orange peel, cinnamon, and cloves. It has a naturally tart, fruity flavor balanced by warm spices and honey, making it a delicious addition to tea, sparkling […]

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Stuffed Acorn Squash with Pork, Apple & Mushrooms

Stuffed Acorn Squash is the perfect cozy fall dinner. Roasted acorn squash halves make an edible bowl filled with savory ground pork, sautéed mushrooms, sweet diced apple, and crunchy sourdough breadcrumbs, then topped with melted cheese and baked until golden. Fennel, fresh sage, thyme, garlic, […]