Fall is in there air and I've been inspired to do some fall cooking. Maybe it's the cold front blowing in, or the sun moving farther away, but I suddenly feel the need to make some hearty warm meals. That, and excessively use pumpkin in all of my baking.
To celebrate fall, I created a hearty sweet potato white bean stew. I served it with pretzel shortbread(see Better Homes and Gardens Oct. issue) and warm spiced apple cider.
My best dishes are the ones I make up on a whim. This stew was easy and delicious. It was a warm bowl of everything we love about fall.
Fall Sweet Potato Stew Recipe
1. Saute 1 diced onion and 2-3 diced sweet potatoes(small cubes) in butter. Add diced ham and let it brown.
2. Add spices: garlic, salt, pepper, dried chili flakes for spice, a dash of cinnamon, nutmeg and my favorite spice, cardamom.
3. Make sure you have a cute baby to help.
4. When onions are soft, add a can of rinsed white beans.
5. Add chicken stock and let it simmer until Papa comes home!
The best meals are cooked with a glass of wine in hand.
We had a lovely dinner by the fire.
I'm so impressed dearest sister! Once it cools down here I'll have to give it a try ;-) Can't wait to see you soon!
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