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Hi, I'm Marcie! I'm a culinary school graduate sharing easy, healthy recipes rich in seasonal produce and whole foods. My recipes will show you how easy it is to cook delicious recipes from scratch!

Butternut squash mac and cheese
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Fall's MVP: Butternut Squash

Hi Reader, I adore every variety of winter squash imaginable, but the one that I use the most often for its sweet, nutty flavor and versatility is butternut squash. I love it so much that I have created tutorials on how to peel and cut it and how to roast it whole so that it's not so intimidating to work with. And of course there is a handy produce guide on butternut squash that you can find below. I love roasting it and using it in salads, puréeing it into soup, using it in risotto or simply...

Pumpkin spice granola

Hi Reader, Halloween is almost here -- do you have any fun plans? While I'm not much into costume parties, I really do love the holiday. I love the decorations, making a cozy meal in, and passing out candy to the cute kiddos. I've got a few recipes lined up for you -- some of which are perfect for Halloween dinner! And there's also a decadent dessert that's much better than Halloween candy. :) What are you making this week? Hit reply and let me know! Happy cooking! Marcie 5 Recipes To Cook...

Broccoli Chickpea Casserole

Hi Reader, There's so many reasons to love a good casserole! They're easy to throw together, perfect for meal prep, and somehow taste even better the next day. Plus, who doesn't love having dinner ready to reheat on a busy night? Below, you'll find (5) cozy, satisfying casseroles that make dinnertime easier, and the leftovers are something you'll actually look forward to! Which one are you trying first? Hit reply and let me know! Happy cooking, Marcie 5 Cozy casseroles for cold nights Chili...

Sheet pan honey mustard chicken

Hi Reader, I spent this past week working diligently to get ahead as I'm in Vegas this weekend! We're catching a show and the Raiders-Bills game, which I'm pretty excited about. I'm a Raider fan, but I just love Josh Allen and the Bills. Whoever wins this week, I'll be happy. :) For now, I'm leaving you with (5) recipes to try this week. You'll find everything from breakfast, lunch, salad, side and dinner! I'm curious as to whether you'd rather receive this email on Saturday or Sunday. Please...

Pumpkin risotto with bacon

Hi Reader, If you've been subscribed to my newsletter for a while, you probably know that I'm a big Dodgers fan. My team is in the postseason right now, and they're down 0-2. I may need some serious cheering up by the end of the week! Aside from that, I'm enjoying a big temperature cool-down. This weather makes me want to cook and bake non-stop. Speaking of baking, while I love pumpkin pie, I love pumpkin even more in breads, granola, and especially savory recipes. With that in mind, I've...

Honey garlic salmon

Hi Reader, Thank you to everyone that answered the quick poll on dinner recipes in last week's newsletter. Below are the top 3 recipe types you'd like to see: Soups and chili Slow cooker recipes Sheet pan recipes I have big plans in store and I can't wait to share them with you! For now, I'm leaving you with (5) recipes to try this week. You'll find everything from breakfast, lunch, salad, side and dinner! What are you making this week? Hit reply and let me know! Happy cooking! Marcie 5...

October seasonal produce

Hi Reader, October marks the first full month of fall, which is hands down my favorite season. The weather is finally cooling off, the trees here in Boise are GORGEOUS, and some of my favorite produce like butternut squash, pumpkin, apples and persimmon are readily available. If you love fall as much as I do, be sure to check out my October seasonal produce guide. It's filled with recipe inspiration to make the most of what's in season this month. I'm sharing (5) of my personal favorites (and...

oven baked pork chops

I've been behind the scenes working on some easy and cozy dinner recipes, and one is coming your way next week. I just love this time of year! I'd love it if you would complete the quick poll below so I can provide you with what will help you the most: What kind of dinner recipes would you most like to see? Soups and chili Sheet pan dinners One pot pastas Slow cooker meals Instant Pot For now, I've got 5 recipes that I hope you will try this week. Which recipe are you trying first? Hit reply...

Persimmon salad

Hi Reader, I eat salad every single day no matter what season it is. And pretty much anything goes -- I'll toss whatever I have on hand in the bowl and it always comes out great. I have to admit that fall salads are my absolute favorite. I love incorporating my favorite massaged kale salad or arugula with ingredients like leftover roasted butternut squash, shaved brussels sprouts, broccoli florets, apples, persimmons, pomegranate, beets and more. All of the salads I make really shine with one...

BBQ turkey meatloaf

Fall has arrived and my autumn decorations have been out for over a week. I'm hitting a pumpkin patch this week hopefully and picking up pumpkins for my porch. This is the best season! Today I'll be watching football all day and cooking Sunday dinner for my family. Do you have any fun plans? I've got (5) recipes below that I hope you'll try this week. You'll find everything from breakfast, salad, dinner and dessert, and every recipe is easy to prep for the week ahead. Which recipe are you...