Few dishes capture the generous spirit of New Orleans cooking quite like red beans and rice. Slowly cooked with ham, pickled pork, onions, and herbs, the beans become wonderfully creamy, forming their own rich gravy for spooning over fluffy rice. Adapted from The New Orleans Cookbook by Rima and Richard Collin, this version honors the...Read More

Hearty and full of flavor, this Spanish Black Bean Soup with Chorizo is the perfect comfort dish for chilly nights. The smoky chorizo, earthy beans, and hint of chili create a warming spice that’s beautifully balanced by a squeeze of fresh lime and a dollop of sour cream. Pair it with cornbread or rustic artisan...Read More

As the days grow shorter and the evenings turn cooler, few pantry staples feel more useful than a bag of dried beans. Inexpensive, nourishing, and endlessly versatile, beans are the starting point for some of fall’s most satisfying meals—from steaming bowls of soup and chili to rustic braises, warm salads, creamy purées, and simple pots...Read More

Black Bean and Pumpkin Chili blends black beans, pumpkin, tomatoes, and spices into a hearty vegetarian dish perfect for stove-top or slow-cooker cooking.Read More

Some soups are made for settling in at the end of a cool fall day. This hearty mushroom and farro soup begins with a generous tray of mushrooms roasted until deeply browned, concentrating their earthy flavor. Leeks, garlic, and thyme build a fragrant broth, while farro adds a pleasantly chewy texture that makes each bowl...Read More

There’s something inviting about wrapping your hands around a warm mug of spiced coffee on a cool fall morning. Inspired by the familiar Starbucks seasonal favorite, this homemade pumpkin spice latte combines real pumpkin, vanilla, and fragrant spices with espresso and warm milk. A spoonful of sweetened condensed milk adds a creamy richness reminiscent of...Read More

Somewhere between French toast and bread pudding, this pumpkin breakfast bake is a lovely reason to linger at the table on a cool fall morning. Pieces of challah or brioche soak up a lightly spiced pumpkin custard, while a buttery pecan streusel adds crunch to the golden top. Assemble it the night before, then bake...Read More

Pumpkin brings a little sweetness and plenty of substance to these savory enchiladas, filled with black beans, sautéed onion, and warm spices. Roasting the pumpkin first gives it tender centers and caramelized edges that hold their own against the smoky red enchilada sauce. Tucked into corn tortillas and baked beneath a bubbling layer of cheese,...Read More

Roasting brings out pumpkin’s sweetness and gives it golden edges that make this risotto especially inviting. Some of the tender pumpkin is mashed into the rice for color and body; the rest is folded in near the end. Fresh sage, butter, and Parmesan round out a savory dish that needs little more than a crisp...Read More

Pumpkin deserves a place at the supper table, too. Here, its gentle sweetness balances garlic, fresh sage, and salty Parmesan in a creamy sauce that clings to every curl of pasta. With a green salad alongside, it makes a comforting fall dinner that comes together while the pasta cooks—a lovely use for homemade pumpkin purée,...Read More