Butternut Squash Galette with Balsamic Onions and Ricotta

Butternut Squash Galette with Ricotta and Balsamic Onions

If you’re still looking for a showstopper vegetarian main dish for your holiday meal, you’ve come to the right place. My family started off with quiche as an integral vegetarian holiday dish but I’ve since moved beyond to galettes. They’re beautifully rustic, easily filled with hearty vegetables, and in my mind, the perfect addition to any holiday table. I’ve made a lot of galettes over the years but this squash galette is by far my favorite. It’s one of the more labor/time intensive meals but most of it can be made ahead of time. In fact, I’ve gone so far to assemble it the day before and then bake it before serving. Also, in need of more holiday inspiration? I have a few more holiday meals up my sleeve. continue reading

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Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Polenta

Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Polenta

One of the things I enjoy most about Sacramento is the cool evenings. No matter how warm the days get, the evenings cool off and most days we’re able to open the windows (minus a the few weeks of summer when it’s just hot.) Recently, these cooler evenings have pushed me more into heartier cooking. Mac and cheese, stews, and polenta. I actually prefer polenta to most things, primarily because it’s minimal ingredients and while I do cook it for some time, it’s mainly hands-off.

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