After a busy weekday, it’s so nice to cook and enjoy easy, seasonal meals. Autumn’s brisk evenings provide the perfect opportunity to linger by the fireplace after a meal with a glass or two of excellent wine. Just pull together one or two of these simple, delicious recipes, open a bottle of Edna Valley Vineyard’s Chardonnay, and supper is served.
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RecipeChicken and Corn Chowder
Here’s a perfect soup for cold fall nights. Adding the corn cobs to the pot along with the kernels amps up the sweet corn flavor. -
RecipeCrisp-Skinned Arctic Char
Arctic char’s silky texture is beautifully countered by skin crisped to perfection using this easy method. (You can cook salmon or trout fillets in this same manner.) -
RecipeLoaded Cauliflower Puree
Swap cauliflower for the mashed potatoes in this decadent-tasting-but-healthier side that’s perfect paired with roast chicken or seared steak. -
RecipeEscarole, Apple, and Bacon Salad with Aged Gouda
Hot apples right out of the skillet soften the escarole in this warm salad. The nutty extra-aged Gouda and smoky bacon pair well with the bitter greens and sweet maple vinaigrette.
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RecipeTurkey, Escarole, and White Bean Soup with Cheesy Croutons
A cross between white bean soup and French onion soup, a bowl makes a hearty meal. -
RecipePork Chops with Thyme-Scented Apples over Cheddar Polenta
Pork and apple juices mingle beautifully and make a lovely sauce for the chops and cheesy polenta.
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RecipeCarrots, Green Beans, and Pearl Onions with Chardonnay Sauce
Thanks to a buttery white-wine reduction that underscores the vegetables’ natural sweetness, this dish tastes richer than it looks.
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RecipeCampanelle with Butternut Squash and Herbed Breadcrumbs
Sweet butternut squash and aromatic sage are a classic fall combination. Add some sautéed leeks, cream, and pasta, and you get an amazing dinner.
