Recipe Blog
Sweet Potato Casserole
This Sweet Potato Casserole is a cozy, nostalgic twist on a holiday classic. Silky, spiced sweet potatoes are blended with butter and vanilla, then topped with a golden layer of toasted pecans for the perfect mix of warmth and crunch. Each bite captures the essence of fall — comforting, balanced, and irresistibly rich — the kind of side dish that feels both familiar and a little bit special, no matter how many times it graces the table.
Roasted Pumpkin Miso Tart
This Roasted Pumpkin Miso Tart is a cozy, modern twist on classic fall baking. Silky pumpkin custard meets the savory depth of white miso, all nestled in a brown-butter cracker crust and finished with a warm honey brush for natural sweetness and shine. Balanced, elegant, and gently umami-rich — it’s the kind of autumn dessert that feels familiar and unexpected all at once.
Autumn Citrus & Fennel Chicken Bake
Bright, aromatic, and cozy — this one-pan chicken bake captures the heart of California fall cooking. Juicy citrus slices roast alongside sweet fennel and red onion, infusing every bite with sunshiney flavor. Finished with herby potatoes on the side, it’s a simple, wholesome dinner that celebrates the Golden State’s citrus harvest — and the water that makes it all possible.
Powerhouse Greens & Ricotta Stuffed Shells with Pumpkin Marinara
These Powerhouse Greens & Ricotta Stuffed Shells with Pumpkin Marinara give classic baked shells a cozy fall makeover. Creamy ricotta (or cottage cheese) and finely chopped organicgirl Powerhouse Greens fill tender jumbo shells, all baked in a rich pumpkin-tomato marinara. Hearty, wholesome, and full of seasonal flavor — it’s comfort food that nourishes body and soul.
Roasted Honey Nut Squash & Pesto Arugula Flatbread
A cozy-meets-bright flatbread topped with roasted honey nut squash, creamy goat cheese, vibrant walnut pesto, and fresh Organicgirl Baby Arugula. This seasonal recipe bridges summer herbs with fall comfort — easy enough for a weeknight, yet beautiful enough to impress.
Pumpkin Chai Vanilla Bean Muffins
These Pumpkin Chai Vanilla Bean Muffins are the ultimate cozy fall bake — soft, spiced, and finished with a silky cream cheese chai glaze. Made with nutty browned butter and Rising Star Baking’s Vanilla Bean Paste and Extract, each bite is rich, aromatic, and perfectly balanced. Whether you’re baking for brunch or a crisp autumn morning, these bakery-style muffins bring warmth and fall flavor to every bite.
Thanksgiving Series, Episode 4: Popovers (AKA Yorkshire Puddings) w/ Salted Maple Butter
Thanksgiving series, episode 4: popovers AKA Yorkshire pudding with a salted maple butter - airy, delicious, and perfect addition to your holiday tables!
Thanksgiving Series, Episode 5: Maple Bourbon Sweet Potato Pie w/ Spiced Cider Meringue
Thanksgiving series, episode 5: maple bourbon sweet potato pie with spiced cider meringue. Can you even bear to look at her without drooling?! Delightfully not overpoweringly sweet and the touch of spiced meringue is the perfect send off. Enjoy!
Thanksgiving Series, Episode 3: Whipped Ricotta Dip with Cranberry Sauce
Thanksgiving series, episode 3: whipped ricotta with homemade cranberry sauce and 34 Degrees crisps. Takes no time at all and will impress all your guests!
Thanksgiving Series, Episode 2: Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Thanksgiving series, episode 2: roasted brussels sprouts. These are oh-so-delicious and much simpler than you’d think!
Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes
These Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes are my upgraded take on the classic holiday side—rich, cozy, and full of flavor from an infused cream simmered with bay leaves, sage, nutmeg, garlic, and fresh thyme. A splash of buttermilk at the end adds light tanginess and an ultra-fluffy texture, while an optional baked-potato method delivers even deeper potato flavor without any water dilution. Finished with nutty brown butter and fresh herbs, this dish is simple, elevated, and guaranteed to steal the spotlight on your Thanksgiving table.
Cinnamon Apple Hand Pies
Apple hand pies - for when you don’t want an entire pie but still crave that fall cinnamon apple goodness. These never last long in our house!
Meatballs Series, Episode 1: Lemon-Garlic Turkey Meatballs w/ Boursin over Mascarpone Risotto
These lemon-garlic turkey meatballs are made with an entire round of creamy Boursin, keeping them incredibly tender and flavorful. Bright lemon and fresh herbs balance the richness, making them perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or an elevated meal with your favorite sides.
Aunt Maris’s Maple Granola
Aunt Maris’s maple granola is such a staple in our home. With hints of nutty goodness mixed in with warm spices and maple, this granola will have your house smelling incredible and I promise it won’t last long once it’s out of the oven!
Pumpkin Chai Cinnamon Rolls
The most perfect introduction into fall: pumpkin chai cinnamon rolls. Boy, oh boy, you are going to love these. Trust me, just make them.
Ginger Peach Crisp
A ginger peach crisp to nudge you further into autumn flavors using the very last of summer's produce. The ginger in this balances the sweetness of the peaches and blueberries in the most magnificent way!
Sweet Corn & Sage Agnolotti
A sweet corn and sage agnolotti to swoop you into fall flavors with the best of late summer's produce.
Bone Broth
A bone broth filled with so many antioxidants, amino acids, collagen, and electrolytes! Perfect for keeping on hand throughout the colder months that are slowly approaching.
Cornbread Stuffing with Apples and Fennel
Upgraded stuffing recipe for your holiday table (or a hearty side dish for the colder months)! This elevated “dressing” recipe is all things autumn complete with sage, cornbread, apples, and fennel. You could easily add sausage or bacon and make this a more complete meal-casserole-situation a lazy lunch or dinner.
Susan’s Thanksgiving Sweet Potato Casserole
Easy sweet potato casserole side dish for your holiday table! Literally throw everything in a food processor (or blender) and pour into a casserole dish. Top with the sweet, nutty pecan topping and bake it off in the oven. Trust me, everyone will thank you when you make this dish - thanks, Susan (for the recipe)!