This hearty vegetarian Cheesy Acorn Squash Stuffed with Southwestern Quinoa from TK member Maya looks so delicious with the melted cheese draped over a spicy stuffing of red onion, jalapenos, quinoa, black beans, corn, and cilantro, all flavored with cumin and chili powder. I mean, come on. How good does that sound? And if you absolutely need to add meat (for those of us who have hardcore carnivores at the table), I’m sure adding some chorizo or even ground turkey will fix that.

Thanks for this wonderful vegetarian dinner, Maya! I love that it’s naturally gluten-free, too. Go check out Maya’s beautiful blog, Alaska from Scratch, for more of her gorgeous photography and enticing recipes.

Here’s the printable recipe: Cheesy Acorn Squash Stuffed with Southwestern Quinoa

Happy Wednesday!

 
I’ve been spending a good part of my days looking at chowder recipes here in Tasty Kitchen because it’s been downright chilly here and when I walk around the house with cold toes and cold fingers, all I want is soup, soup, soup. And then more soup.

There were so many great choices—corn chowders, clam chowders, bean chowders—but then I spotted this Pumpkin-Coconut Chowder with Shrimp and it stopped me in my tracks. It’s from our good friend Natalie and the flavor combination sounds out of this world. I already love pumpkin or squash cooked in coconut milk, but a chowder? With an Asian flair? Sounds divine. As a bonus, it’s thick and hearty and creamy but without any dairy or gluten. And it only takes 30 minutes to put together. Score.

This is certainly a great twist on the typical chowder, and I can’t wait to make it. Thanks for sharing this incredible recipe, Natalie! Natalie has so many great healthy creations and she’s a gifted photographer, too. Visit her blog Perry’s Plate and see for yourself!

Here’s the printable recipe: Pumpkin-Coconut Chowder with Shrimp

Happy Wednesday!

 
Cooler weather is just around the corner, and you know what that means: We’re approaching soup and stew season. Few things are as satisfying on a chilly evening than wrapping your hands around a warm bowl of hearty soup and letting all that heat work its magic inside you.

TK member Rachael shares her comforting Pork and Lentil Soup and I love the flavors in this. It has garlic, ginger, cumin and red chili flakes for spice, lime juice for tang, and pork for meaty goodness. If you’d rather skip the pork chops, you can easily substitute ground pork or even chopped shrimp or mushrooms. (Pancetta would be tasty, too.)

Thanks for the recipe, Rachael! I know this is what’s happening in my kitchen tonight. If you’d like to join me, you can grab the printable recipe here. Then go visit Rachael’s blog at La Fuji Mama, where you’ll be tempted by all the great recipes and enchanted by her adorable little girls.

Happy Wednesday, everyone!

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