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Pumpkin Shakshuka with Feta and Pepitas

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There’s nothing better than creamy baked eggs, especially when the weather starts to get cooler. This recipe makes for a delicious breakfast but I actually love this recipe for dinner. Pair it with a side salad and some crusty bread (a must no matter what time of day you’re eating this!).

The pumpkin sauce

One of my favorite fall treats is a creamy squash sauce. I’ve made something similar before with the help of leftover roasted butternut squash and sweet potatoes. However, the pumpkin here adds a lovely flavor. Plus, it gives you a reason to cook a whole pumpkin. Of course, you don’t have to do that- I provide a way to use canned pumpkin in the notes section of the recipe.

There are also many ways you can roast a pumpkin. I like cutting it down into manageable wedges but leaving the skin and seeds on. Then, once the pumpkin is cooked and cooled slightly, the skin peels off and the seeds easily scoop out.

Pete and Gerry’s Organic Eggs

Obviously eggs are a huge part of the shakshuka and I’m happy to team up with Pete and Gerry’s for this recipe. I love working with Pete and Gerry’s Organic Eggs because I know they partner with a group of family farmers who are vital to their communities. The eggs are always fresh, and I know I’m buying a quality, Certified Humane Free Range and organic product. Eggs are such a staple in our house and are always on our shopping lists.

The Toppings

In dishes like this, I love to load up on the toppings. It makes the whole recipe really shine and there are quite a few different ways you can go. Try different herbs like parsley and chives. You can also ditch the cheese, add yogurt, and/or use different nuts.

 


 

Ingredients

Pumpkin Sauce (see note)

1 small sugar pie pumpkin (around a 2lb pumpkin)

3 medium shallots

2 cloves garlic, peeled

2 tablespoons olive oil

1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste

1 to 2 cups whole milk

For the skillet

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 ½ cups cooked chickpeas (or 1, 15oz can) drained and rinsed

4 to 6 large Pete and Gerry’s Organic Eggs

For Serving

Cilantro

Pepitas

Feta

Chili flakes


Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400˚F. Carefully cut the pumpkin into 1” thick wedges. Remove the seeds if desired (I usually do this after roasting) and add wedges to a sheet pan Roughly chop the shallots and garlic, then add to the pan. Drizzle with olive oil and salt, then toss to coat. Bake for about 45 minutes, until the pumpkin is soft.
  • Once the pumpkin has cooled slightly, remove the seeds and peels. Place the pumpkin in a blender along with the shallots, garlic, and 1 cup milk. Puree until smooth, adding more milk as needed. The consistency should be like a really thick soup. To make the dish dairy-free, swap the milk for vegetable broth or your favorite stock. Depending on the pumpkin size, you might have to play with this a bit- total I ended up with about 4 cups of the sauce.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil followed by the cumin, let toast for a minute, then add the pumpkin sauce and chickpeas. Stir and cook to warm the sauce.
  • Create 4-6 wells to the best of your ability and add in the cracked eggs. Reduce the heat to medium low and cook until the egg whites are set; around 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and garnish with cilantro, crumbled feta, toasted pepitas, and chili flakes (if desired.).

Notes

You can use canned pumpkin for the dish but it will reduce the amount of the sauce you end up with for the recipe. For 1 can of pumpkin, thin it down with about ½ cup of milk and go from there. I’d recommend using a 10” skillet for this route.

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Marinated Tomato and Avocado Salad

I did not like tomatoes as a child. My mom grew tomatoes in our garden and I always turned up my nose at them. What a missed opportunity to enjoy something so delicious! As an adult with my own garden, I was excited to grow a big harvest this summer. Unfortunately, both tomato plants died before they produced any fruit! If you’re lucky enough to have a homegrown bounty of fresh tomatoes still warm from the summer sun, I beg you to make this marinated tomato and avocado salad.

In fact, I beg you to make this marinated tomato and avocado salad even if you don’t have a vegetable garden. That is, unless you’ve discovered this recipe in the dead of winter and all you can find are bland greenhouse tomatoes. In that case, bookmark this page and come back in summer when tomatoes have the absolute best flavor. I used pearl tomatoes on the vine for this recipe because they’re the perfect bite size when sliced into quarters. Feel free to use whatever tomatoes you have on hand!

marinated tomato salad

This marinated tomato and avocado salad is a fantastic summer recipe whether you’re barbecuing at home or headed out for a picnic. The tomatoes can chill in the fridge while you prep the rest of your feast, making this a really simple recipe to prepare if you’re in charge of multiple dishes. Dice and add the avocado just before serving for the best results.

While incredibly fresh and delicious on its own, there are many ways you can bulk up this marinated tomato and avocado salad if you need to feed a crowd. Try adding cooked quinoa, couscous, or farro. Or, turn it into a pasta salad by adding cooked and cooled shells or penne. I have big plans to spread this salad on crusty bread for a bruschetta-inspired appetizer.

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Marinated Tomato and Avocado Salad


  • Author:
    Kate Kasbee

  • Prep Time:
    10 mins

  • Cook Time:
    30 mins

  • Total Time:
    40 minutes

  • Yield:
    8 servings

  • Category:
    Salad

  • Cuisine:
    Vegan

  • Diet:
    Vegan


Ingredients

  • 2 pounds pearl tomatoes on the vine
  • ½ red onion
  • 4 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped
  • 1 ½ tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon agave
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • A few twists of black pepper
  • 1 or 2 ripe avocados, diced (depending on your preference and the size of your avocados)
  • ⅓ cup cilantro, chopped


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