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Adobo

Green Beans with Toasted Garlicky Almonds, 170, 171–72

Seasoning, 38

Turkey BBT Sandwich, Grilled, 145–47, 146

Aioli, 26

Chipotle-Lime, 27

Herb, Fresh, 28

Lemon-Garlic, 27

Almond(s)

Garlicky, Adobo Green Beans with Toasted, 170, 171–72

Muesli, Apricot & Toasted, 106, 107

Romesco Sauce, 87

Wild Rice & Orzo Pilaf with Dried Cherries &, 186, 187

Ancho Chicken Chopped Salad with Catalina Dressing, 142–44, 143

Apple Shortcakes, Winter Pear &, 290, 291–92

Apricots, Dried

Muesli, Toasted Almond &, 106, 107

Autumnal Beef Stew, One-Pot, 239–40, 241

Avocado(s)

5-Minute Spread, 80

Guacamole, 79

Bacon

Beans, Baked, 182, 183

Chowder, Grilled Corn, Leek &, 125–26, 127

Greens, Braised, 188, 189

Salad, Grilled Romaine “Wedge,” 140, 141

Turkey BBT Sandwich, Grilled Adobo, 145–47, 146

Baked Beans, 182, 183

Balsamic

Herb Dressinade, 83

Reduction, 14

Banana(s)

Caramelized, with Spiced Coconut Milk & Granola, 283–84

Coffee Cake, Roasted, 116, 117–18

Barbecue Sauce, Sweet, 30, 31

Basil

Pesto, 33

Turkey BBT Sandwich, Grilled Adobo, 145–47, 146

Beans and Legumes

Baked Beans, 182, 183

Chili, Southwest Chicken, 132, 133–34

cooking with dried beans, 18–19

Lentil “Pasta” Salad, 138, 139

Pasta Fagioli, Italian Sausage, 128

Refried Black Beans, Skillet, 194, 195

Beef

Cottage Pie, 242, 243–44

Meatballs & Spaghetti, 235–36, 237

Rib-Eye Steaks with Mushroom-Shallot Butter, 238

Skirt Steak Fajitas, 232, 233–34

Steak & Mushroom Sandwiches, Ultimate, 152, 153–54

Stew, One-Pot Autumnal, 239–40, 241

Beer-Braised Lamb Shanks, 229–30, 231

Beets with Parsley Pesto Vinaigrette, Roasted, 168, 169

Biscuits, Buttermilk, 62

Sausage Gravy over, 100

Black Beans, Skillet Refried, 194, 195

Blackberry-Glazed Salmon, 245–46, 247

Blueberry Crisp, Rustic Peach, 267

Blue Cheese Dressing & Dip, Herb, 71

Bread

Biscuits, Buttermilk, 62

Cornbread, 66, 67

Croutons, 59

French, Easy, 54

French Toast, Baked Cinnamon Sugar Rum-Raisin, 108–9

Panzanella, Roasted Eggplant & Tomato, 136, 137

Pita, Rustic, 55–56, 57

Sandwich, Grilled Adobo Turkey BBT, 145–47, 146

Sandwiches, Ultimate Steak & Mushroom, 152, 153–54

Bread Crumbs, Italian-Seasoned, 58

Breakfast and Brunch

Biscuits, Buttermilk, 62

Coffee Cake, Roasted Banana, 116, 117–18

Eggs, Tomato, Spinach & Parmesan Baked, 94, 95–96

French Toast, Baked Cinnamon Sugar Rum-Raisin, 108–9

Home Fries, 104, 105

Muesli, Apricot & Toasted Almond, 106, 107

Pancakes, Buckwheat, 97–98, 99

Pancakes, Buttermilk, 63

Polenta Skillet, Vegetarian, 101–3, 102

Sausage Gravy over Buttermilk Biscuits, 100

Scones, Lemon-Ginger, 110, 111–12

Tart, Heirloom Tomato, 113–14, 115

Waffles, Lazy Weekend Yeasted, 64, 65

Broccoli Gratin, White Cheddar, 164, 165

Broth

Chicken, 45

Homemade, 44

Vegetable, 46

Brownies, Fudgy Chocolate Toffee-Topped, 263–64, 265

Brown Sugar & Sesame Sugar Snap Peas, Blistered, 192, 193

Brussels Sprouts, Dijon Roasted, 191

Buckwheat Pancakes, 97–98, 99

Butter

Brown, Butternut Squash with Crispy Fried Sage &, 159

browning, 18

Compound, Jalapeño-Honey, 86

Compound, Lemon, Garlic & Herb, 86

Compound, Strawberry–Cinnamon Sugar, 85

Mushroom-Shallot, Grilled Rib-Eye Steaks with, 238

Rum Cake, Glazed, 296, 297–98

Buttermilk

Biscuits, 62

Corn, Cream, 190

DIY, 16

Pancakes, 63

Ranch Dressing & Dip, 76

Butternut Squash

Autumnal Beef Stew, One-Pot, 239–40, 241

with Brown Butter & Crispy Fried Sage, 159

Soup, Chipotle and, 122, 123–24

Cake

Butter Rum, Glazed, 296, 297–98

Texas Sheet (Mississippi Mud Pie), 285–86, 287

Vanilla Cardamom Cake, with Caramelized Pineapple, 305–6, 307

Caramelized

Bananas with Coconut Milk & Granola, 283–84

Pineapple, Vanilla Cardamom Pound Cake with, 305–6, 307

Cardamom Vanilla Pound Cake with Pineapple, 305–6, 307

Carrot(s)

Autumnal Beef Stew, One-Pot, 239–40, 241

Chicken & Rolled Dumplings, Creamy, 220, 221–22

Honey-Glazed, 160, 161

Cast-Iron-Skillet Potatoes with Chimichurri, 184, 185

Catalina Dressing, Ancho Chicken Salad with, 142–44, 143

Cauliflower

Curried, with Golden Raisins & Pistachios, 202, 203

Roasted Garlic Whipped, 166, 167

Cheese

Blue Cheese Dressing & Dip, Herb, 71

Feta, Roasted Pepper & Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken, 217–18, 219

Manicotti, Italian Sausage & Four, 226–27

Panzanella, Roasted Eggplant & Tomato, 136, 137

Parmesan, Tomato & Spinach Baked Eggs, 94, 95–96

Pizza, Vegetable Pesto, 256, 257–58

Polenta, Cheesy, 199

Polenta Skillet, Vegetarian, 101–3, 102

Sandwiches, Ultimate Steak & Mushroom, 152, 153–54

Tart, Heirloom Tomato, 113–14, 115

Turkey BBT Sandwich, Grilled Adobo, 145–47, 146

White Cheddar Broccoli Gratin, 164, 165

Cheesecake, Homemade New York–Style, 279–80, 281

Cherries, Dried

Wild Rice & Orzo Pilaf with Almonds &, 186, 187

Cherries, Fresh

Pie with Walnut-Thyme Crumb, 302, 303–4

Chicken

Broth, 45

Chili, Southwest, 132, 133–34

Chopped Salad with Zesty Catalina Dressing, Ancho, 142–44, 143

Home-Style Baked, 209–10, 211

Lemon, Garlic & Herb Roasted, 212–13

Orange-Ginger, & Rice, 214, 215–16

Roasted Red Pepper, Sun-Dried Tomato & Feta Topped, 217–18, 219

Rolled Dumplings & Creamy, 220, 221–22

Soup, Cream of, 42

Chili, Southwest Chicken, 132, 133–34

Chili-Lime-Crusted Tilapia, Broiled, 248, 249

Chimichurri Sauce, 88, 89

Smashed Cast-Iron-Skillet Potatoes with, 184, 185

Chipotle

Aioli, Lime and, 27

Butternut Squash Soup, 122, 123–24

Chive & Sour Cream Smashed Potatoes, 173

Chocolate

Brownies, Fudgy Toffee-Topped, 263–64, 265

Dark Chocolate Chunk Cookies, Salted Pistachio, 270, 271–72

Mississippi Mud Pie (Texas Sheet Cake), 285–86, 287

Whipped Cream, 293

Chowder

Bacon, Grilled Corn & Leek, 125–26, 127

Cilantro Pesto, 34

Cinnamon

Compound Butter, Strawberry and, 85

French Toast, Baked Rum-Raisin and, 108–9

Whipped Cream, 293

Coconut

Muesli, Apricot & Toasted Almond, 106, 107

Tarts, Mini French, 276, 277–78

Coconut Milk, Caramelized Bananas with Granola &, 283–84

Coffee Cake, Roasted Banana, 116, 117–18

Collard Greens

Bacon Braised Greens, 188, 189

Compound Butter

Jalapeño-Honey, 86

Lemon, Garlic & Herb, 86

Strawberry–Cinnamon Sugar, 85

Cookies

Pecan Toffee Oatmeal, 299–300, 301

Salted Pistachio Dark Chocolate Chunk, 270, 271–72

Corn

Chowder, Bacon, Leek & Grilled, 125–26, 127

Cream, Buttermilk, 190

Fajita Vegetable Stir-Fry, 196, 197–98

Sauté, Jalapeño &, 178, 179

Cornbread, 66, 67

Stuffed Pork Chops, Leek &, 228

Cornstarch Slurry, 14

Cottage Pie, 242, 243–44

Crackers, Honey Graham, 60–61

Cream(ed)

Corn, Buttermilk, 190

Spinach, Garlicky, 180, 181

Crème Brûlée, Lemon Lavender, 273–74, 275

Crisp, Rustic Blueberry Peach, 266, 267

Croutons, 59

Curried Cauliflower with Raisins & Pistachios, 202, 203

Desserts

Bread, Olive Oil Zucchini, 288, 289

Brownies, Fudgy Chocolate Toffee-Topped, 263–64, 265

Cake, Glazed Butter Rum, 296, 297–98

Cake, Texas Sheet (Mississippi Mud Pie), 285–86, 287

Cake, Vanilla Cardamom Pound, with Pineapple, 305–6, 307

Caramelized Bananas with Coconut Milk & Granola, 283–84

Cheesecake, Homemade New York–Style, 279–80, 281

Cookies, Pecan Toffee Oatmeal, 299–300, 301

Cookies, Salted Pistachio Dark Chocolate Chunk, 270, 271–72

Crème Brûlée, Lemon Lavender, 273–74, 275

Crisp, Rustic Blueberry Peach, 266, 267

Granita, Watermelon, 308, 309

Hand Pies, Rhubarb, 294, 295

Ice Cream, Vanilla Bean, 268, 269

Maple Strawberry Sauce, Roasted, 281, 282

Mississippi Mud Pie (Texas Sheet Cake), 285–86, 287

Pie, Fresh Cherry, with Walnut-Thyme Crumb, 302, 303–4

Shortcakes, Winter Apple & Pear, 290, 291–92

Tarts, Mini French Coconut, 276, 277–78

Whipped Cream, Three Ways, 293

Dijon

Brussels Sprouts, Roasted, 191

Vinaigrette, Grilled Scallions with, 200, 201

Vinaigrette, Warm, 72, 73

Dips and Spreads

5-Minute Avocado Spread, 80

Aioli, Chipotle-Lime, 27

Aioli, Fresh Herb, 28

Aioli, Lemon-Garlic, 27

Buttermilk Ranch, 76

Guacamole, 79

Herb Blue Cheese, 71

Ketchup, 29

Mayonnaise, Homemade, 24, 25

Pico de Gallo, 81, 82

Southwest, Spicy, 70

Dough

Pie, All-Purpose, 48, 49–50

Pizza, Classic, 52

Pizza, Whole Wheat, 53

Dressinade(s)

Balsamic Herb, 83

Italian, 84

Dressing

Balsamic Herb Dressinade, 83

Buttermilk Ranch, 76

Catalina, Ancho Chicken Chopped Salad with Zesty, 142–44, 143

Dijon Vinaigrette, Warm, 72, 73

Greek, My Grandma’s, 74, 75

Herb Blue Cheese, 71

Italian Dressinade, 84

Dumplings, Creamy Chicken & Rolled, 220, 221–22

Eggplant Panzanella, Tomato & Roasted, 136, 137

Egg(s)

Baked, Tomato, Spinach & Parmesan, 94, 95–96

Hard-Boiled, 13–14

Fajita(s)

Seasoning, 39

Skirt Steak, 232, 233–34

Vegetable Stir-Fry, 196, 197–98

Farro Fried “Rice,” 176, 177

Feta, Red Pepper & Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken, 217–18, 219

Fish and Seafood

Halibut with Fresh Grape Salsa, Pepita-Crusted, 250, 251–52

Salmon, Blackberry-Glazed, 245–46, 247

Shrimp Lettuce Wraps, Herb-Crusted, 148, 149

Tilapia, Broiled Chili-Lime-Crusted, 248, 249

Four Cheese & Italian Sausage Manicotti, 226–27

French

Bread, Easy, 54

Tarts, Mini Coconut, 276, 277–78

Toast, Baked Cinnamon Sugar Rum-Raisin, 108–9

Fried “Rice,” Farro, 176, 177

Fries

Home, Breakfast, 104, 105

Parsnip, 162, 163

Garlic

Aioli, Lemon and, 27

Almonds, Adobo Green Beans with Toasted, 170, 171–72

Chicken, Lemon, Herb &, 212–13

Chimichurri Sauce, 88, 89

Compound Butter, Lemon, Herb &, 86

Roasted, Whipped Cauliflower with, 166, 167

roasting, 17

Romesco Sauce, 87

Spinach, Creamed, 180, 181

Ginger

Chicken & Rice, Orange and, 214, 215–16

Scones, Lemon and, 110, 111–12

Graham Crackers, Honey, 60–61

Granita, Watermelon, 308, 309

Granola, Caramelized Bananas with Coconut Milk &, 283–84

Grape Salsa, Pepita-Crusted Halibut with, 250, 251–52

Gratin, Broccoli White Cheddar, 164, 165

Gravy

Sausage, over Buttermilk Biscuits, 100

Greek

Dressing, My Grandma’s, 74, 75

Lamb Pita Pockets, 150, 151

Salad with Pita Chip Croutons, Classic, 135

Green Bean(s)

Adobo, with Toasted Garlicky Almonds, 170, 171–72

Greens

Bacon Braised, 188, 189

Pasta Fagioli, Italian Sausage, 128

Potpie, Vegetarian, 253–54, 255

Spinach, Garlicky Creamed, 180, 181

Spinach, Tomato & Parmesan Baked Eggs, 94, 95–96

Guacamole, 79

Halibut

Pepita-Crusted, with Fresh Grape Salsa, 250, 251–52

Hand Pies, Rhubarb, 294, 295

Heirloom Tomato Tart, 113–14, 115

Herb(s)

Aioli, Fresh, 28

Balsamic Dressinade, 83

Basil Pesto, 33

Blue Cheese Dressing & Dip, 71

Chicken, Lemon, Garlic &, 212–13

Chimichurri Sauce, 88, 89

Cilantro Pesto, 34

Compound Butter, Lemon, Garlic &, 86

Lamb Shanks, Beer-Braised, 229–30, 231

Parsley Pesto, 35

Shrimp Lettuce Wraps, 148, 149

Home Fries, Breakfast, 104, 105

Home-Style Baked Chicken, 209–10, 211

Honey

Compound Butter, Jalapeño and, 86

Glazed Carrots, 160, 161

Graham Crackers, 60–61

Ice Cream

Vanilla Bean, 268, 269

Italian

Bread Crumbs, Seasoned, 58

Dressinade, 84

Sandwich Spread & Pizza Sauce, 77

Sausage & Four Cheese Manicotti, 226–27

Sausage Pasta Fagioli, 128

Seasoning, 40

Jalapeño(s)

Compound Butter, Honey and, 86

Sauté, Corn &, 178, 179

Kale

Bacon Braised Greens, 188, 189

Potpie, Vegetarian, 253–54, 255

Ketchup, 29

kitchen tools and equipment, 8–12

Lamb

Pita Pockets, Greek, 150, 151

Shanks, Beer-Braised, 229–30, 231

Lavender Crème Brûlée, Lemon and, 273–74, 275

Leek(s)

Chowder, Bacon, Grilled Corn &, 125–26, 127

Stuffed Pork Chops, Cornbread &, 228

Lemon(s)

Aioli, Garlic and, 27

Chicken, Garlic, Herb &, 212–13

Compound Butter, Garlic, Herb &, 86

Crème Brûlée, Lavender and, 273–74, 275

Greek Dressing, My Grandma’s, 74, 75

Scones, Ginger and, 110, 111–12

Lentils, Sprouted

“Pasta” Salad, 138, 139

Lettuce Wraps, Herb-Crusted Shrimp, 148, 149

Lime(s)

Aioli, Chipotle and, 27

Tilapia, Broiled Chili and, 248, 249

Manicotti, Italian Sausage & Four Cheese, 226–27

Maple Strawberry Sauce, Roasted, 281, 282

Marinara, Classic, 78

Mayonnaise, Homemade, 24, 25

Meatballs, Spaghetti &, 235–36, 237

Meat Loaf

Turkey Vegetable, 223–24, 225

Mississippi Mud Pie (Texas Sheet Cake), 285–86, 287

Muesli, Apricot & Toasted Almond, 106, 107

Mushroom(s)

Autumnal Beef Stew, One-Pot, 239–40, 241

Butter, Rib-Eye Steaks with Shallot and, 238

Sandwiches, Ultimate Steak &, 152, 153–54

Soup, Cream of, 43

Turkey Meat Loaf, 223–24, 225

My Grandma’s Greek Dressing, 74, 75

New York–Style Cheesecake, Homemade, 279–80, 281

Nut(s). See also specific types of nuts

toasting, 17

Oatmeal Cookies, Pecan Toffee, 299–300, 301

Oats

Muesli, Apricot & Toasted Almond, 106, 107

Olive Oil Zucchini Bread, 288, 289

One-Pot Autumnal Beef Stew, 239–40, 241

Orange Chicken & Rice, Ginger and, 214, 215–16

Orzo & Wild Rice Pilaf with Cherries & Almonds, 186, 187

Pancakes

Buckwheat, 97–98, 99

Buttermilk, 63

pantry and fridge essentials, 2–8

Panzanella, Roasted Eggplant & Tomato, 136, 137

Parmesan

Baked Eggs with Tomato, Spinach &, 94, 95–96

Parsley

Chimichurri Sauce, 88, 89

Pesto, 35

Pesto Vinaigrette, Roasted Beets with, 168, 169

Parsnip(s)

Fries, 162, 163

Potpie, Vegetarian, 253–54, 255

Pasta

Fagioli, Italian Sausage, 128

Manicotti, Italian Sausage & Four Cheese, 226–27

Orzo & Wild Rice Pilaf with Cherries & Almonds, 186, 187

Spaghetti & Meatballs, 235–36, 237

Peach Crisp, Rustic Blueberry, 266, 267

Pear Shortcakes, Winter Apple &, 290, 291–92

Peas. See Sugar Snap Peas

Pecan(s)

Cookies, Toffee Oatmeal, 299–300, 301

Sweet Potatoes, Twice-Baked, 174, 175

Pepita-Crusted Halibut with Fresh Grape Salsa, 250, 251–52

Pepper(s)

Charred, 14–15

Fajita Vegetable Stir-Fry, 196, 197–98

Roasted Red, Sun-Dried Tomato & Feta Chicken, 217–18, 219

Salad, Lentil “Pasta,” 138, 139

Pesto, 32

Basil, 33

Cilantro, 34

Parsley, 35

Pizza, Vegetable, 256, 257–58

Pico de Gallo, 81, 82

Pie(s)

Cherry, with Walnut-Thyme Crumb, 302, 303–4

Crust, All-Purpose, 48, 49–50

Hand, Rhubarb, 294, 295

Mississippi Mud (Texas Sheet Cake), 285–86, 287

Pineapple

Vanilla Cardamom Pound Cake with Caramelized, 305–6, 307

Pistachio(s)

Cookies, Dark Chocolate Chunk and Salted, 270, 271–72

Curried Cauliflower with Golden Raisins &, 202, 203

Pita Bread, Rustic, 55–56, 57

Croutons, Classic Greek Salad with, 135

Pockets, Greek Lamb, 150, 151

Pizza

Dough, Classic, 52

Dough, Whole Wheat, 53

Sauce & Italian Sandwich Spread, 77

Vegetable Pesto, 256, 257–58

Polenta

Cheesy, 199

Skillet, Vegetarian, 101–3, 102

Pork

Chops, Cornbread & Leek Stuffed, 228

Sausage Gravy over Buttermilk Biscuits, 100

Potato(es)

Chowder, Bacon, Grilled Corn & Leek, 125–26, 127

Cottage Pie, 242, 243–44

Home Fries, 104, 105

Smashed, Sour Cream & Chive, 173

Smashed Cast-Iron-Skillet, with Chimichurri, 184, 185

Potpie, Vegetarian, 253–54, 255

Poultry Seasoning, 39

Pound Cake

Vanilla Cardamom, with Caramelized Pineapple, 305–6, 307

Quick Bread

Olive Oil Zucchini, 288, 289

Raisin(s)

Curried Cauliflower with Pistachios & Golden, 202, 203

French Toast, Baked Cinnamon Sugar Rum and, 108–9

Ranch Dressing & Dip, Buttermilk, 76

Refried Black Beans, Skillet, 194, 195

Rhubarb Hand Pies, 294, 295

Rib-Eye Steaks with Mushroom-Shallot Butter, 238

Rice

Farro Fried “Rice,” 176, 177

Orange-Ginger Chicken &, 214, 215–16

Pilaf with Dried Cherries & Almonds, Orzo & Wild, 186, 187

Roasted Red Pepper(s)

Chicken, Sun-Dried Tomato, Feta &, 217–18, 219

Romaine “Wedge” Salad, Grilled, 140, 141

Romesco Sauce, 87

Rum

Cake, Glazed Butter, 296, 297–98

French Toast, Baked Cinnamon Sugar Raisin and, 108–9

Whipped Cream, 293

Sage

Butternut Squash with Brown Butter & Crispy Fried, 159

Salad(s)

Ancho Chicken Chopped, with Catalina Dressing, 142–44, 143

Greek, Classic, with Pita Chip Croutons, 135

Lentil “Pasta,” 138, 139

Panzanella, Roasted Eggplant & Tomato, 136, 137

Romaine “Wedge,” Grilled, 140, 141

Salmon

Blackberry-Glazed, 245–46, 247

Salsa

Grape, Pepita-Crusted Halibut with, 250, 251–52

Salt, All-Purpose Seasoned, 38

Salted Pistachio Dark Chocolate Chunk Cookies, 270, 271–72

Sandwich(es)

Adobo Turkey BBT, Grilled, 145–47, 146

Pita Pockets, Greek Lamb, 150, 151

Steak & Mushroom, Ultimate, 152, 153–54

Sauce(s)

Barbecue, Sweet, 30, 31

Chimichurri, 88, 89

Maple Strawberry, Roasted, 281, 282

Marinara, Classic, 78

Pesto, Basil, 33

Pesto, Cilantro, 34

Pesto, Parsley, 35

Pizza, & Italian Sandwich Spread, 77

Romesco, 87

thickening with a cornstarch slurry, 14

Sausage(s)

Gravy over Buttermilk Biscuits, 100

Manicotti, Four Cheese & Italian, 226–27

Pasta Fagioli, Italian, 128

Scallions with Dijon Vinaigrette, Grilled, 200, 201

Scones, Lemon-Ginger, 110, 111–12

Seafood. See Fish and Seafood

Seasoning Blends, 36

Adobo, 38

Fajita, 39

Italian, 40

Poultry, 39

Seasoned Salt, All-Purpose, 38

Taco, 40

Sesame Sugar Snap Peas, Blistered Brown Sugar &, 192, 193

Shallot Butter, Rib-Eye Steaks with Mushroom and, 238

Shepherd’s Pie (Cottage Pie), 242, 243–44

Shortcakes, Winter Apple & Pear, 290, 291–92

Shrimp

Lettuce Wraps, Herb-Crusted, 148, 149

Skirt Steak Fajitas, 232, 233–34

Soup(s)

Broth, Chicken, 45

Broth, Homemade, 44

Broth, Vegetable, 46

Butternut Squash, Chipotle, 122, 123–24

Chili, Southwest Chicken, 132, 133–34

Chowder, Bacon, Grilled Corn & Leek, 125–26, 127

Pasta Fagioli, Italian Sausage, 128

Tomato, Creamy Roasted, 129–30, 131

Soup(s), Condensed

Cream of Chicken, 42

Cream of Mushroom, 43

Sour Cream & Chive Smashed Potatoes, 173

Southwest

Chicken Chili, 132, 133–34

Dip, Spicy, 70

Spaghetti & Meatballs, 235–36, 237

Spinach

Baked Eggs with Tomato, Parmesan &, 94, 95–96

Creamed, Garlicky, 180, 181

Pasta Fagioli, Italian Sausage, 128

Squash

Autumnal Beef Stew, One-Pot, 239–40, 241

Butternut Squash Soup, Chipotle, 122, 123–24

Butternut Squash with Brown Butter & Crispy Sage, 159

Polenta Skillet, Vegetarian, 101–3, 102

Steak

Fajitas, Skirt, 232, 233–34

Rib-Eye with Mushroom-Shallot Butter, Grilled, 238

Sandwiches, Ultimate Mushroom &, 152, 153–54

Stew(s)

Autumnal Beef, One-Pot, 239–40, 241

Chicken & Rolled Dumplings, Creamy, 220, 221–22

Stir-Fry

Fajita Vegetable, 196, 197–98

Strawberry

Compound Butter, Cinnamon Sugar and, 85

Sauce, Roasted Maple, 281, 282

Sugar Snap Peas

Brown Sugar & Sesame, Blistered, 192, 193

Sweet Potato(es)

Potpie, Vegetarian, 253–54, 255

Twice-Baked, 174, 175

Taco Seasoning, 40

Tart(s)

French Coconut, Mini, 276, 277–78

Heirloom Tomato, 113–14, 115

Texas Sheet Cake (Mississippi Mud Pie), 285–86, 287

Thyme-Walnut Crumb, Fresh Cherry Pie with, 302, 303–4

Tilapia

Chili-Lime-Crusted, Broiled, 248, 249

tips for easy from-scratch cooking, 12–13

Toffee

Brownies, Fudgy Chocolate, 263–64, 265

Oatmeal Cookies, Pecan, 299–300, 301

Tomatillo(s)

Corn & Jalapeño Sauté, 178, 179

Tomato(es)

Baked Eggs with Spinach, Parmesan &, 94, 95–96

Ketchup, 29

Marinara, Classic, 78

Panzanella, Roasted Eggplant &, 136, 137

Pasta Fagioli, Italian Sausage, 128

Pico de Gallo, 81, 82

Pizza Sauce & Italian Sandwich Spread, 77

Romesco Sauce, 87

Soup, Creamy Roasted, 129–30, 131

Tart, Heirloom, 113–14, 115

Turkey BBT Sandwich, Grilled Adobo, 145–47, 146

Tomato(es), Sun-Dried

Chicken, Roasted Red Pepper, Feta &, 217–18, 219

Turkey

Meatballs & Spaghetti, 235–36, 237

Meat Loaf, Vegetable, 223–24, 225

Sandwich, Grilled Adobo BBT, 145–47, 146

Turnip(s)

Autumnal Beef Stew, One-Pot, 239–40, 241

Potpie, Vegetarian, 253–54, 255

Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes, 174, 175

Vanilla Bean

Ice Cream, 268, 269

Vanilla Cardamom Pound Cake with Pineapple, 307

Vegetable(s). See also specific types of vegetables

Broth, 46

Fajita Stir-Fry, 196, 197–98

Pizza, Pesto, 256, 257–58

roasting, 15–16

Turkey Meat Loaf, 223–24, 225

Vinaigrette

Dijon, Grilled Scallions with, 200, 201

Dijon, Warm, 72, 73

Parsley Pesto, Roasted Beets with, 168, 169

Waffles, Lazy Weekend Yeasted, 64, 65

Walnut-Thyme Crumb, Fresh Cherry Pie with, 302, 303–4

Watermelon Granita, 308, 309

“Wedge” Salad, Grilled Romaine, 140, 141

Whipped Cream

Chocolate, 293

Cinnamon, 293

Rum, 293

White Cheddar Broccoli Gratin, 164, 165

Whole Wheat

Pizza Dough, 53

Wild Rice & Orzo Pilaf with Cherries & Almonds, 186, 187

Winter Apple & Pear Shortcakes, 290, 291–92

Wraps, Herb-Crusted Shrimp Lettuce, 148, 149

Yeasted Waffles, Lazy Weekend, 64, 65

Yellow Squash

Polenta Skillet, Vegetarian, 101–3, 102

Yogurt

Greek Lamb Pita Pockets, 150, 151

Zucchini

Bread, Olive Oil, 288, 289