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Skip to Recipe Once fall rolls around, and it gets a little cold outside, I am excited to get back in the kitchen and whip up some really cozy meals for ourselves. It’s always great to have a vegan curry that warms you inside out on cool fall evenings , and this recipe is not an exception. A mildly spiced, fragrant curry with chunks of sweet potato, chickpeas and fresh spinach cooked in a creamy coconut sauce, this Sweet Potato, Chickpea and Spinach Curry brings gourmet Indian flavors to your dinner table in under 45 minutes! It's wholesome, satisfying, packed with addictive flavors, and is guaranteed to satisfy even the most hardcore meat eater. Sweet potatoes are rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, while the chickpeas add lovely texture and plenty of protein to this meal, making it a nutritionally well-rounded dish. Do you need more reasons to love this curry? This curry freezes beautifully, so store some ...

Skip to Recipe 'Tis the season for all things pumpkin. There are about a gazillion recipes to make with this gourd, from pumpkin spice latte, pumpkin pie, pumpkin cookies, pumpkin bread....and the list can go on and on! However, as soon as the leaves start changing their hues, my favorite way to enjoy this orange fruit is to whip up some delicious desserts. If you too are obsessed with pumpkin-based desserts, then I have got you covered. These Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins are soft and moist with a decadent cream cheese swirl running through them that melt right into the top as they bake. Seasoned with cozy pumpkin spice flavors and a sweet, velvety cream cheese filling, they smell and taste like fall! Whether you make these muffins for your Thanksgiving party or as a special treat to celebrate fall, this treat is sure to hit the spot just like my Pumpkin Nutella Muffins. If you are looki...

Skip to Recipe Chicken Pot Pie graces our dinner table very often during the colder months. It is comfort food at its finest and full of warm, cozy flavors. However, making it can be quite a hassle. There’s the rolling of the pie dough, the making of the filling, the assembly of the pie, and finally the baking. That is where these Chicken Pot Pie Hand Pies come in. These Hand Pies have everything you love about a classic, hearty, homemade chicken pot pie but without all the fuss. The fact that these take almost half the time of regular pot pies to bake is a big win, especially during the weeknights. Prepared with a rich and creamy filling of chicken and veggies and tucked into store-bought puff pastry, then baked until golden and crisp. With a delectable filling inside and a golden beautiful crust outside, these savory pies are such a wonderfully cozy treat to warm up with on a chilly fall or winter night. They can be...

Skip to Recipe It is officially soup season. Though I love soups any time of the year, curling up on the couch with a piping hot bowl on chilly fall evenings is pure bliss. They make for easy dinners or quick lunches that will warm up your body and soul. If you are looking for soups that are bursting with flavors and at the same time can be whipped up without much hassle, this Roasted Cauliflower and Red Pepper Soup is for you! Florets of cauliflower and red bell peppers get roasted in the oven together until lightly caramelized and crispy, and then pureed, resulting in a creamy bowl of deliciousness. This soup is low-carb, gluten-free, and completely plant-based! Although roasting the vegetables takes a little more time and effort, it is definitely worth it. The roasted cauliflower gives the soup an exceptionally rich and smooth texture without adding an extra cream, while the red peppers add a gorgeous color ...

Skip to Recipe Adios Summer! As the temperature drops and the cold nights draw in, we are ready to embrace fall with all its glory. When it comes to fall weeknight dinners, we all need meals that are warm and hearty and at the same time can be whipped up without breaking a sweat. This Sheet Pan Sausage, Apples and Roasted Vegetables is a healthy, vibrant meal that is all about cozy flavors and is guaranteed to make your dinner a breeze! Juicy Chorizo sausages are roasted alongside seasonal apples, carrots, potatoes, brussel sprouts and red onion with lots of fresh herbs for a deliciously flavorful weeknight dinner! I love the addition of the apples that lend a slightly sweet yet savory flavor to all of this roasted goodness. There is no active work involved, you just have to chop the sausages and the veggies and toss everything together in the oven, letting it do all the hard work for you. Plus, everything gets...

Skip to Recipe I love waking up to warm muffins in the mornings. They are a great make-ahead breakfast for rushed mornings when you don't have the time to prepare something before heading out of the door. That being said, I am not talking about overly sweet muffins. I am talking about muffins that are filled with wholesome ingredients that will help meet your health goals and keep you fuelled until lunch. The different varieties of fresh, crisp seasonal apples available this time of the year inspired me to make these Apple Cinnamon Muffins. Deliciously soft, moist, fluffy muffins that are loaded with fresh apples and warm spices, these are a Fall favorite! The combination of apples and cinnamon is an iconic fall staple and will leave your kitchen smelling warm, fragrant, and cozy. Though these are perfect year round they taste best slathered with some butter and with a cup of coffee on cool fall mornings. ...

Skip to Recipe Considering the diverse cuisines that are all around the world, there’s much room to expand our palettes and explore new exotic flavors. Known for its meticulous preparation and exquisite presentation, French cuisine, for long, has been toppled as the king of fine dining. However, at its core French food relies on simple flavors and high-quality ingredients to create unforgettable internationally-renowned dishes. If you want to venture into the world of French cooking, then this classic Chicken Fricassée is perfect for you. Chicken Fricassee (pronounced “fri-ka-say”) is a rustic French classic that relies on humble ingredients and just a single pot. It is the original comfort food- chicken that is sautéed lightly and then braised with onions, carrots, mushrooms, and herbs in a rich and creamy sauce. This one-pot wonder is elegant to serve company and also hearty enough for an amazing weeknight dinner. ...