Smoky chipotle chicken, charred summer corn, creamy avocado and quick-pickled red onion pile onto crisp tostadas for an easy dinner that bridges late summer and early fall. One of my favorite smoky salsas brings just the right combination of tomato, chile and heat.
Category: Fall recipes
Golden Skillet Pork Chops with Thyme & Caramelized Peaches
A savory-sweet skillet supper with ripe peaches, fresh thyme, and pan-seared pork.
Chimichurri Chicken Thighs
Juicy Cast-Iron Chicken with Fresh Herbs & Garlic Golden, pan-seared chicken thighs meet a punchy homemade chimichurri—this is weeknight cooking with a splash of flair. The herbs stay fresh and bright, the fat from the chicken blends into the sauce, and every bite lands with garlic, chile, and citrus. Serve it hot from the skillet … Continue reading Chimichurri Chicken Thighs
Bourbon Caramel Apple Pie
Golden, flaky crust. Sweet-tart apples. A drizzle of bourbon-spiked caramel that ties it all together. This pie is fall’s signature dessert — rustic, rich, and irresistibly warm.
Autumn Butterbrew: A Whimsical Pumpkin Cream Sip
A cozy, creamy potion that tastes like fall in a mug — velvety pumpkin, warm spice, and clouds of whipped cream. Autumn Butterbrew is your must-sip drink for October evenings and weekend gatherings.
Late-Season Stone Fruit & Whipped Ricotta Toasts: A Quick Garden-Fresh Bite
Creamy ricotta, sun-sweet apricots, and fragrant basil come together on toasted bread for a fresh, five-minute bite that captures the last golden days of the season. Perfect for garden lovers and home cooks who savor simplicity.
Pork Chops with Apples, Red Onions & Rosemary
A Cozy Skillet Supper Packed with Fall Flavor When the air turns crisp and the trees blaze with color, nothing satisfies quite like a dish that celebrates the season’s natural sweetness and earthy herbs. These skillet-seared pork chops mingle with caramelized red onions and tender apple wedges, creating a rich, savory-sweet harmony that tastes like … Continue reading Pork Chops with Apples, Red Onions & Rosemary
Preserving the Seasons with Holly Capelle: A Taste of Summer All Year Long
Easy preservation techniques and flavorful recipes to savor garden freshness all year. Read our FULL interview with Holly Capelle in the September issue of Basil & Salt Living. Fill out the form below for a chance to win Holly Capell's Preserving the Seasons! Last day for entry is August 9, 2025. Summer is in full … Continue reading Preserving the Seasons with Holly Capelle: A Taste of Summer All Year Long
Velvet Harvest Stew: A Rustic Eggplant, Potato & Chickpea Medley for Late Summer
A silky, lightly spiced late summer stew starring eggplant, potatoes, chickpeas, and peppers — perfect for bridging the seasons. As late summer drifts toward autumn, gardens overflow with one last, glorious burst: plump eggplants, sun-ripened tomatoes, earthy potatoes, and vibrant peppers. This is the moment to embrace dishes that bridge the seasons—hearty enough to comfort, … Continue reading Velvet Harvest Stew: A Rustic Eggplant, Potato & Chickpea Medley for Late Summer
Wild Chanterelle Tagliatelle with Basil & Creamy Pan Sauce
Earthy chanterelles meet creamy sauce, fresh basil, and tender tagliatelle in this seasonal pasta dish. Includes foraging tips, prep instructions, and perfect pairings.

