Sahale style trail mix

We’ve had incredible weather in the Pacific Northwest this fall. It has been bright, warm and even dry. I’ve been inspired to get out and do some fall hikes. Nothing goes better with hiking than trail mix. There’s a local company called Sahale Snacks that has cornered the market on delicious nut and fruit mixes,…

Whole roasted romanesco

Romanesco is a showstopper. It’s an architectural wonder vegetable offering the best of both broccoli and cauliflower. Often I prepare it in a similar manner to those vegetables, but serving it like this puts its best features on display. This is easy enough to make. Preheat the oven to 425. Remove stems and leaves from…

Roasted root vegetables

This is one of my favorite fall and winter side dishes. It makes use of the best seasonal produce and can be varied endlessly. My favorite combination is sweet potato, carrot, parsnip, fennel, and potato with onions and garlic. Dice them all up and add 3 bay leaves, 1 tablespoon of herbes de Provence, and…