Delicata squash skin is edible and it roasts fairly quickly. The squash is simple to prepare—and the taste is sweet and tender. Our best-loved way to eat delicata squash is as fries: roasted half-moon slices that both the kids and adults in our lives rave over.
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Autumn Brussels Sprouts Quiche with Sweet Potato Crust
My quiches are totally pastry-less; I use thinly sliced sweet potatoes that bake until tender but crispy, adding a slightly sweet flavor, striking orange color, and whole host of nutrients.
Eric Greenspan’s “Elvis” Grilled Cheese
It’s Elvis Presley’s favorite sandwich—peanut butter, banana, and bacon—made into a gooey, melty, over-the-top grilled cheese.
Eric Greenspan’s Mole Melt
The sweet and spice of the mole in this grilled cheese sandwich plays off the richness of the chorizo and black beans, and the spicy marinated onions bring all of the flavors together.
Eric Greenspan’s “Gobbler” Grilled Cheese
The Gobbler is a great way to use your Thanksgiving leftovers. You can substitute cranberry sauce for the tapenade and day-old green bean casserole for the fried shallots and green beans. But what makes this recipe great is that it gives you the opportunity to celebrate Thanksgiving year-round.
Linda Giuca’s Summer Pastina with Cheese and Corn
How do you summer-ify a comforting mac-and-cheese? Add fresh corn, of course!
