Fresh season, fresh flavor. Tastes of the Season is your bite-sized guide to celebrating food at its peak—one delicious dish at a time. From quick weeknight meals to festive bites, there’s something here for every craving and every season.
Mustard Chicken – Creamy & Delicious
Prepare to fall in love with this delicious and easy-to-make mustard chicken. A classic French dish with a rich, flavorful sauce and tender texture, it will please even the most discerning palates. The perfectly braised falls-off-the-bones chicken, this recipe is so satisfying that it’s sure to have everyone returning for seconds, making it a perfect choice for family weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends. Get The Recipe: Mustard Chicken – Creamy & Delicious
Penne Pasta, Peas, and Bacon – Easy & The Best!
When talking about comfort food, pasta dishes are way up there on the list of food that is not only easy to prepare but everyone enjoys and craves. Penne pasta, peas, and bacon. This quick, easy pasta dish takes as long as it takes to cook the pasta itself. Get the Recipe: Penne Pasta, Peas and Bacon – Easy & The Best!
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Mushrooms, Sausage Ragu with Polenta
Mushroom and Sausage Ragu with Polenta—doesn’t that sound like the perfect comfort food for fall? While there are countless variations of ragu, many begin with a rich, meaty base. This version, inspired by my grandmother’s comforting cooking, brings together earthy mushrooms, savory sausage, and creamy polenta for a cozy meal that warms both the heart and soul. Get the Recipe: Mushrooms, Sausage Ragu with Polenta
Roast Pork Chops with Artichokes and Potatoes
If you’re looking for a family-friendly dinner recipe, look no further. I always enjoy a one-pan meal preparation. Less to clean and all under your watchful eye with no risk of burning. This one-pan meal will indeed become one of your favorite weeknight dinners.. Get the Recipe: Roast Pork Chops with Artichokes and Potatoes
Moroccan Chicken And Prunes
I invite you to transport your taste buds to exotic Morocco with this savory Moroccan chicken and prunes dish. With aromatic spices such as turmeric, ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon, the succulent caramelized chicken recipe will mesmerize your taste by bursting with flavors. Get the Recipe: Moroccan Chicken And Prunes
Chicken Marsala
This classic chicken marsala brings your favorite Italian restaurant dish into your kitchen. It is the perfect weekday dinner or date night with just a few ingredients and easy instructions. According to legend, a Sicilian chef created this chicken marsala recipe for French families during the Napoleonic Wars, blending Italian and French influences into a rich, savory dish. Get The Recipe: Chicken Marsala
Ravioli with Mushrooms and Cream
A savory light cream sauce brought to life by a medley of mushrooms. I love mushrooms, and I never miss an opportunity to cook with them. I prepared lobster ravioli for a quick and delicious dinner, but any ravioli will work beautifully with this sauce. The mushrooms add a rich depth of flavor that pairs perfectly with the delicate cream sauce, making for a truly satisfying meal. Get The Recipe: Ravioli with Mushrooms and Cream
Tuscan Bean Soup – The Best Italian Soup
A steaming bowl of Tuscan bean soup is the perfect remedy when the cold sets in. Hearty and flavorful, this comforting dish hits the spot on a chilly night. Even in the Southwest, where the temperatures can drop, there’s nothing like a warm bowl of bean soup to bring instant comfort.. Get The Recipe: Tuscan Bean Soup – The Best Italian Soup
Bone-In Pork Chops with Cheese – A French Classic
Imagine tender, savory, golden-brown pork chops surrounded by a silky, creamy cheese sauce—mouthwatering! This is another of my favorite classic French dishes. It’s simple and so rich in flavor. Pork chops hold a special place in my culinary heart. Their versatility allows for many cooking methods, ensuring a consistently delightful outcome – a symphony of flavors that always culminates in pure deliciousness. Get the Recipe: Bone-In Pork Chops with Cheese – A French Classic
Potatoes Boulangere With Bacon – A French Classic
Translated as ” potatoes from the baker,” pommes boulangere originated in France centuries ago when in-home ovens were not a thing yet, and the baker will bake the citizen’s town dishes. It is a casserole dish that combines sliced potatoes or, as in my recipe, petite gold potatoes, peeled and quartered or sliced, mixed with onions and chicken stock. Get the Recipe: Potatoes Boulangere With Bacon
Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Soup
Behold! A lusciously creamy cauliflower soup that is pure comfort in a bowl to nip the chill of fall’s nights. Cauliflower soup is one of my favorites. The rich taste of the roasted cauliflower comes through beautifully, satisfying the palate with flavor and silkiness. I know you will love it. Get the Recipe: Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Soup
Delicata Squash, Radicchio, and Garbanzo Salad
This vibrant salad is healthy, vegan, and gluten-free, bursting with various flavors and textures. I had some delicata squash left over and wanted to incorporate its tender, sweet flesh into a salad. It’s become a favorite this fall, adding a delightful softness that pairs perfectly with the crunch of radicchio and the heartiness of garbanzo beans. Get The Recipe: Delicata Squash, Radicchio, and Garbanzo Salad
Pomegranate, Acorn Squash, Arugula Salad
This super easy and even more delicious recipe is the perfect salad for a light dinner or a great side dish during the holidays. Rich in flavor, easy to assemble. The acorn squash is an all-year-round vegetable and quite versatile as well. The outer shape is beneficial for guiding you while slicing it. Get The Recipe: Pomegranate, Acorn Squash Arugula Salad
Cauliflower and Goat Cheese Gratin – The Best!
An easy-to-prepare side dish of bubbly warm cheeses with cauliflower is one of my favorite colder weather weaknesses. Cauliflower is my go-to vegetable. This wonderful cauliflower au gratin holds three of my favorite cheeses: goat cheese, Monterey Jack, and Parmesan cheese. Get The Recipe: Cauliflower and Goat Cheese Gratin
Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts and Cranberries
One of the best holiday side dishes is roasted sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts with cranberries. You will love them here even if you are not a Brussels sprout lover. It is the perfect pairing with all the classic Autumn flavors. Get The Recipe: Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts and Cranberries
Brussels Sprouts and White Beans
This easy roasted Brussels sprouts and white beans recipe is the perfect and most delicious side dish. Golden brown, crispy sprouts are caramelized with white beans. The ideal caramelized Brussels sprouts will make a believer out of anyone. Not being raised eating Brussels sprouts, I feel, as an adult, that I have been missing out on something great. Since my first bite, I have been in love with them. Get The Recipe: Brussels Sprouts and White Beans
Apple Tart with Hazelnut Frangipane
The quintessential French apple tart is flaky, soft, tender, and flavorful. I love each bite. In France, we have a love relationship with apple tart—plain-cut apples with a hint of sugar and butter baked to perfection. Get the Recipe: Apple Tart with Hazelnut Frangipane
