This week’s menu brings in plenty of fall flavors, cozy dishes, and a few simple staples to round out the week. Enjoy!

SAVORY PEAR & GRUYÈRE TART

I love this easy, elegant sweet/savory tart for a light supper, lunch, or brunch. Roll out store-bought puff pastry, top with caramelized onions, Gruyère, and pears, and bake into a flaky tart. Pair with a simple arugula or mixed green salad.

TURKEY TACO SALAD WITH CUMIN LIME DRESSING

I just made this salad for dinner last night and it was as good as always. Since I was just cooking for two this time, I left half the salad undressed and stored it in the fridge for another meal. Crumbled tortilla chips go on just before serving, making it crunchy and satisfying.

BROTHY TORTELLINI WITH SAUSAGE AND KALE

This dish lands somewhere between a pasta and a soup. It’s satisfying and nourishing, with everything you need for a balanced supper right in one bowl. Do up some garlic bread on the side if you’re in the mood.

INSTANT POT FARRO RISOTTO

This cozy, nourishing supper happens to be vegetarian, but you won’t miss the meat. Make it in the Instant Pot if you have one or on the stove top if you don’t (instructions are in the headnote of the recipe).

4-INGREDIENT SWEET POTATO ENCHILADAS

You can’t get much more simple than this recipe (with the exception of my black bean soup). With just four ingredients, it’s a snap to make and even your veggie-phobic family members might give it a thumbs up. Serve it with this salad on the side if you want some crunch!

INSTANT POT APPLESAUCE WITH CINNAMON AND GINGER

I’m loving the abundance and variety of apples I’ve seen in markets this fall. This is one of my favorite ways to enjoy them… a big batch of applesauce that’s a snap to make. If you don’t care for ginger, just leave it out. If you don’t have an Instant Pot, check out this recipe instead.

HEALTHY BREAKFAST TOAST WITH ALL THE TOPPINGS

I think you can pile pretty much anything on a slice of toast and call it breakfast (or snack or lunch). Here you’ll find loads of toast-topping inspo (or feel free to come up with your own combos).

SHOPPING LIST

Savory Pear & Gruyere Tart
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large red onion
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
1 sheet frozen puff pastry dough (about 9 ounces)
All-purpose flour for rolling out the dough
1 cup grated Gruyère cheese (2 ½ ounces)
2 gently packed cups arugula or baby kale
1 pound firm pears that are just beginning to ripen

Turkey Taco Salad with Cumin Lime Dressing
1 pound ground turkey
1 packet taco seasoning mix
1 head Romaine lettuce
3/4 cup cherry tomatoes
1/3 English cucumber
5 radishes
1/2 large avocado
1 cup coarsely grated sharp Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Handful corn tortilla chips

Brothy Tortellini with Sausage and Kale

One 9-ounce package fresh tortellini
2 links fresh spicy Italian sausage (about ⅔ pound)
¾ cup diced shallot (or yellow onion)
3 large cloves garlic
2/3 cup dry white wine
3 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth (homemade if you have it)
1 bunch kale
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Pinch red pepper flakes
1 to 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Small chunk Parmesan cheese for grating

Instant Pot Farro Risotto
1 cup pecan halves
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 large yellow onion
3/4 pound cremini or white mushrooms
1/2 cup dry white wine (substitute low-sodium vegetable broth if preferred)
2 sprigs thyme
1 1/2 cups farro
3 to 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
3 cups hearty greens such as kale, collards, or chard
1 small chunk Pecorino or Parmesan cheese for serving

4-Ingredient Sweet Potato Enchiladas
1 1/2 pounds organic sweet potatoes
8 small 6-inch tortillas
2 cups green enchilada sauce (two 8-ounce pouches or one 15-ounce can)
2 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Instant Pot Applesauce with Cinnamon and Ginger

3 1/2 pounds apples (about 10 medium apples)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 inch-long piece fresh ginger (optional)
1 to 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup (optional)

Healthy Breakfast Toast with All the Toppings

1 slice whole grain bread
Spread of choice (peanut butter, nut or seed butter, cottage cheese, cream cheese, all-natural jam, smashed avocado or hummus)
Fruit choice (apple, pear, grapes, banana, peach, apricot, figs, fresh or frozen and defrosted berries, or other)
Vegetables/leafy greens (cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, arugula, baby spinach, or other)
Toppings of choice (chia seeds, hemp seeds, pepitas, nuts, coconut, dried fruit, granola, cacao nibs)
Seasonings of choice (salt, pepper, herbs, chiles, spices, salsa, honey, lemon or lime juice)

Weeknight Rescue//Fall 2022//Pear and Gruyere Tart, Turkey Taco Salad, Tortellini with Sausage and Kale, Sweet Potato Enchiladas, IP Farro Risotto