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Here’s how to make a bouquet garni ! This classic French technique bundles bay leaf, thyme, and parsley to add savory flavor to soups, stews, and sauces. Want to add big flavor to savory cooked dishes? Try a bouquet garni: this bundle of fresh or dried herbs used to add flavor to soups, stews, vegetables, meats and more. It’s a French technique that translates to “garnished bouquet.” The first time I tried this, I felt like a French chef. You’ll simply tie herbs up in cheesecloth, then add them to the pot when cooking. Here’s how to make a bouquet garni: perfect for adding herby, complex flavor to soup recipes and more! What Does Bouquet Garni Mean? This phrase means “garnished bouquet” in French. It’s a classic French cooking technique that’s used in classic braises, stews, and stocks. The herbs flavor the dish without being actually part of it, adding gentle and subtle herb flavor. Ingredients ...

This pumpkin chili recipe is hearty and cozy: the perfect fall dinner! This easy dinner is a family favorite filled with sweet potatoes, beans, and savory spices. Maybe you already knew this secret, but did you know adding pumpkin puree to chili adds an intensely creamy, flavorful body to this classic dish? I’m not sure how I went so long without with this tip! My favorite pumpkin chili recipe is hearty and healthy, packed with spices, sweet potato and beans. Load it up with all your favorite chili toppings, and it’s a satisfying fall dinner recipe that’s ideal for weeknights or dinner parties. Everyone in my family raves over this one. 5 Star Reader Review “Made this pumpkin chili for my boyfriend over the weekend, and it was a massive hit with both of us! Great flavors—perfectly seasoned, too!—and a fantastic texture. Will keep this in my fall and winter rotation from now on. ” -Diana Ingredient Notes For Pumpkin Chili ...

This maple vinaigrette dressing is sweet, tangy, and ready in 5 minutes with maple syrup and apple cider vinegar. It’s perfect for fall salads, greens, and grain bowls! For a quick and versatile salad dressing, here’s one of my favorites ever . This Maple Vinaigrette has a zingy, sweet tart flavor that’s ideal for drizzling over salads of all kinds. Even better, it takes just 5 minutes and 5 ingredients to whip up! I love the interplay between sweet maple syrup and tangy apple cider vinegar. Here’s how to whip up this quick salad dressing and a few great ways to serve it. This one is a favorite in our house, especially on this apple salad . 5 Star Reader Review “Really great dressing for fall salad. I used spinach, romaine, walnuts, apples, baked sweet potato and cranberry salad. great all together.” -Amanda Ingredients In Maple Vinaigrette Dressing This maple vinaigrette dressing comess together in just 5 minutes a...

This lemon tahini dressing is creamy and whisks together in 5 minutes. Drizzle it over salads, bowl meals, roasted vegetables, and falafel! Need a simple, creamy sauce for your greens? This super-versatile drizzle can be whipped up with just a few ingredients: try my lemon tahini dressing! A good tahini dressing is a must have for every home cook, in my opinion. Six ingredients come together into a lusciously creamy, zingy sauce that has endless uses. Drizzle it on salads and bowl meals, slather on sandwiches, or use as a dip for roasted veggies. This is my favorite household sauce and it takes just 5 minutes to throw together! Lemon Tahini Dressing Ingredients This lemon tahini dressing recipe uses pantry and refrigerator ingredients to make one killer, creamy sauce. In fact, we’re amazed every time we whisk it together! Tahini makes magic when it comes to a rich and creamy texture, which is often hard to find with vegan sauces. Here’s what you...