🌿 Introduction When the first cool breeze of autumn rolls in, I know it’s time to pull out the butternut squash. It’s my youngest daughter’s favorite soup and she is a fall baby. Every time I make it, it’s like a big “I love you” to her! This soup carries a little twist—fresh sage crisped…
Tender cabbage leaves filled with seasoned rice and herbs, tucked into a rich tomato sauce and baked until bubbling—this old-world comfort dish is a love letter to garden abundance. Stuffed cabbage rolls, or töltött káposzta, are beloved across Eastern Europe, and this version leans into the beauty of the garden. While traditional recipes often include…
Hearty potatoes, sweet sautéed leeks, and a rich, velvety broth—this rustic German soup is comfort in a bowl. This soup is for the days when the sky hangs heavy and the garden rests. When you’re craving something warm but not fussy. It’s inspired by the traditional German Kartoffelsuppe—a humble, nourishing potato soup that leans into…
Fragrant, nourishing, and filled with garden brightness 📜 Introduction: Rooted, Present, and Honest Pho is more than soup — it’s a ritual. A quiet simmering of spices and herbs, a layering of color and flavor, a steaming bowl that invites slowness. This vegetable pho version brings that soulful warmth into the garden kitchen, using fresh…
Golden, herby, and the perfect side for cozy garden meals 📜 Introduction: Rooted, Present, and Honest Parsnips don’t always get the spotlight — but roast them into fries, and they shine. These baked fries are crisp-edged and soft-centered, with a sprinkle of za’atar that brings lemony depth and herb-kissed warmth. They’re rustic in the best…
Cozy, comforting, and rolled with grace 📜 Introduction: Rooted, Present, and Honest There’s something deeply grounding about a dish that asks you to slow down and roll it together by hand. This eggplant rollatini is simple but full of care — thin slices of eggplant wrapped around creamy ricotta, garden greens, and fresh herbs, all…
