Category Archives: sauce

Butternut Squash Alfredo

For the record, I love butter. Love it. So for me to replace it with something else—especially something healthy—the end result has to be delicious. And this certainly is. Last fall, I was going crazy for roasted butternut squash. Then … Continue reading

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Spaghetti Squash with Homemade Alfredo

Spaghetti squash—what a neat vegetable! It’s low in calories, easy to make, and a nice alternative to pasta. And, if you’re like me, that whole low-in-calories thing means you can justify covering it in something like homemade alfredo sauce. The … Continue reading

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Homemade Pesto

I go through phases of condiment obsession. Years ago, I was putting Swedish mustard on and in everything. Recently, I’ve been finding a million and one uses for Greek yogurt. Somewhere in between, it was pesto. One kind of pesto, … Continue reading

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Ricotta & Lemon Zest Ravioli with Puréed Zucchini Sauce

It’s an exciting moment when I realize I’ve come up with a flavor combination that’s spot-on. Over the years, I’ve accepted that there are times when a dish could use something other than salt, garlic, or parmesan cheese (I know, … Continue reading

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