Time for fall to-dos like taking up quilting and giving the old pigskin a round — or at the very least wearing flannel while eating rillette. Keep things cozy with our favorite recipes and housewares fit for crisper weather.
Chef Brad Farmerie of NYC’s Saxon + Parole says the soup without the marshmallow is like a joke without a punch line. One taste and you’ll agree. It’s funny how spot-on it is. Ba dum dum.
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All this entertaining demands some serious quietude for recovering the morning after. Screw the dishes in the sink and either smear this spread on crunchy French bread or mix it into muffin batter for a breakfast well deserved.
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From the grub-obsessed blog Spoon Fork Bacon comes a seasonal sweet you’ll find yourself baking regardless of the solstice.
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We can’t think of a better reason to get some pals to bring over a few bottles and test out Brian Streeter’s seasonally appropriate recipes, wine pairings, and tasting notes. Prepare to get cozy.
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Cucumbers shouldn’t be banished to summertime. Dress them with a tangy yogurt sauce and finish with roasted beets to herald the changing leaves.
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Impress your potluck pals with a simple soup made party ready with a golden puff pastry; pack the leftovers in a thermos for the ultimate tailgating treat.
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Moist, spicy, and not too sweet, the treat (which we’d eat at any meal) is another reason to listen to your elders. Credit the idea for this one to SF-based chef Nancy Oakes’s grandma.
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Add herbs to the laundry list of things even better when fried. Crispy sage leaves balance the creamy comfort of the golden gourd soup.
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A healthy alternative to beef (and even chicken), hearty venison welcomes a tart, fruity sauce. Hunker down for a family dinner by pairing it with potato puree or Brussels sprouts.
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How do you like them pears? When they’re topped with a little vanilla ice cream you won’t be able to answer, because your mouth will be full of fall deliciousness.
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Pack your home-cooked fare with flair (even if it doesn’t turn out perfectly).
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When it’s too early for turkey, Whipped blogger Caroline Lubbers’s cozy main course hits the spot.
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Who can say no to a boozy version of America’s quintessential dessert? Sip on the spirit alone or mixed into dessert for a new take on your filling next time you take your Chevy to the levee.
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