If Kabocha squash is unavailable, use buttercup, Hubbard, or acorn — butternut is too bland

serves 6
You might need to buy:
  • medium yellow onions
  • olive oil
  • butter
  • salt
  • vegetable or chicken broth
  • Arborio rice
  • Marsala
  • white wine
  • Balsamic vinegar
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • parmesan cheese

keeps well for picnics or hiking

serves 4
You might need to buy:
  • extra-virgin olive oil
  • cinnamon
  • ground ginger
  • ground cumin
  • turmeric
  • vegetable or chicken stock
  • couscous
  • golden raisins
  • finely minced fresh parsley
  • fresh lemon juice
  • salt