It’s winter, which means comfort food time. You could go Bolognese, although if want something that feels a little lighter and you didn’t start cooking dinner at 3pm, this recipe is for you. And don’t get me wrong, we love a Bolognese around here, but this warm and toasty dish is comfort food and healthy(ish) at the same time. Have I mentioned it takes less than 30 minutes to prepare? INGREDIENTS 4 cups cubed butternut squash 0.75 cup medium diced red onion 3 tbsp olive oil 1

This is an excellent dish for pretty much anything and any season. It pairs well with all proteins, but also makes a lovely vegetarian main dish. INGREDIENTS 1 cup Pearl Couscous Chicken Broth 2 tbsp Olive Oil 2 cloves Garlic (crushed) 1/4 cup Sliced Almonds 1/2 cup Red Onions (large chop) 1/2 cup Cucumber (thinly sliced) 1/3 cup Moroccan Cilantro or Herbed Goat Cheese 1/2 cup Feta (crumbled) 1/4 cup Italian Parsley (thinly sliced) Salt to taste INSTRUCTIONS Cook Pearl Cousco

This simple creamy pasta can be served warm or room temp. It’s a great great weeknight meal that can be ready in under 30 minutes. Since it’s just as delicious at room temp it also is a great make ahead dish for cookouts. Try this instead of the old pasta salad with Italian dressing. It serves 4-6 for main course and 8-12 as a side dish. INGREDIENTS 1 lb package Casarecce Pasta (cooked al dente) 1/2 cup Herbed Goat Cheese 1/4 cup Crispy Prosciutto 1/4 cup Crushed Pistachios 2