Cream of Pumpkin Soup
Okinawans make this soup from kabocha, or Japanese pumpkin—a good substitute is acorn or butternut squash. The result is a...
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Minestrone with Fennel and Wild Garlic
Each of the six villages in Sardinia’s blue zones area prides itself on recipes for both summer and winter minestrones;...
Sweet Pumpkin Fritters
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This burger is a longevity powerhouse. Loaded with beans, greens, sweet potatoes, and pepitas, it’s the perfect example of a...
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Vietnamese Summer Rolls are colorful, healthy, easy to make, and a delicious appetizer or light entrée. These Vietnamese Summer Rolls...