The winter CSA comes in, and lo it is again the time of year for Jay to work magic on roots and gourds typically scorned in the household. The following took about 45 minutes to make and feeds four, though it did take more than a single pot. Where You Been and Eagle Rare were the accompaniments.  As usual, measurements are guestimated after the fact.

• 1 small butternut squash
• 4 small or 2 medium turnips or other root vegetables
• orzo
• 1 can cannelloni or white kidney beans
• 1 pomegranate
• 4 tbs mustard powder (or mustard, I suppose)
• 1/4 to 1/3 cup crushed sage leaves
• 3 tbs butter
• dash of vinegar (balsamic or apple cider)
• olive oil, salt, pepper

First, chop the turnips into 1/4″ cubes.  Drizzle with olive oil in a baking dish, then stir in Continue reading →