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A recipe for Snowy Day Bran Muffins from the kitchen of Barbara Beach

Snowy Day Bran Muffins by Barbara Beach are a perfect, nutritious and delicious treat for a snowy Berkshire afternoon.

A recipe for Ravioli and Sage Butter from ‘What’s on the Board?’ by Neil Fox

Gather a friend or three, and enjoy each other’s company and this delicious meal.

A recipe for Red Lentil Soup from the kitchen of Barbara Beach

Served with some nice French bread and butter, this is a wonderful soup for a cold, winter day.

A recipe for Lasagna Soup with Fried Ricotta from the kitchen of Monica Bliss

This soup is warming and hits all the same spots as lasagna with a portion of the work.

A recipe for North African Tomato Soup from ‘What’s on the Board?’ by Neil Fox

A recipe for North African Tomato Soup from "What’s on the Board?" by Neil Fox.

A recipe for Sugar Plums from the kitchen of Monica Bliss

Ever since I was a small child, I was tickled by the idea of dancing sugar plums.

Kay’s Gingersnaps from the kitchen of Monica Bliss

Christmas (cookie) time is here. Happiness and cheer, and joy for all who make and eat Kay’s Gingersnaps, a recipe from my mother-in-law.

A recipe for Hasselback Butternut Squash with Whipped Feta & Honey from the kitchen of Monica Bliss

A recipe for Hasselback Butternut Squash with Whipped Feta & Honey

A recipe for Ginger Glazed Carrots with Whipped Lemon Feta from the kitchen of Monica Bliss

A recipe for Ginger Glazed Carrots with Whipped Lemon Feta

A recipe for Cranberry Sauce Piquant from the kitchen of Barbara Beach

I have been told that I am a "cranberry person,” and I do indeed love all things cranberry.

Figs in a Blanket from the kitchen of Monica Bliss

Figs in a Blanket from the kitchen of Monica Bliss

Guava Parmesan Acorn Squash Rings from the kitchen of Monica Bliss

This interesting side dish lights up any plate from a warming Autumn dinner to your holiday feasts.

A recipe for Coconut Curry Chili from the kitchen of Monica Bliss

Cooking and sharing meals with family and friends truly is the spice of life.

Autumn Pear Pavlova from the kitchen of Monica Bliss

I was scrolling social media when I came across a photo of purple stained glass pears, and I thought it was one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen.

Pflaumenkuchen (Plum Cake) from the kitchen of Monica Bliss

I make Pflaumenkuchen in the early fall when autumn plums, also known as Italian prune plums or blue plums, are in season.