Pumpkin Sage Rice

I've seen a few recipes on Pinterest with pumpkin and sage so I thought that I would give it a try with some Parmesan cheese and rice.  This was so delicious that I couldn't stop taking little bites even after I had eat dinner.  I was so excited to take this to work as lunch for a few days, but The Hubby ate it all!  I was so mad at him!  I'm really glad he loved it, but he could have left me a little!  Lesson learned---I need to squirrel away my favorite recipes so I have some for the next day (mainly to see how it tastes, reheats etc. plus I like it).

 {Pumpkin Sage Rice}

 {Closer view of the pumpkiny goodness!}

One year ago:  Annie's Apple Cake

Two years ago:  Baked Egg in Roasted Tomato Cups

Pumpkin Sage Rice

Makes 4 servings

1 cup brown rice, soaked to speed up cooking
2 cups broth
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons cream cheese
3/4 cup pumpkin puree
1/2 to 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese (depending on how cheesy you want it, but the more you put in the less you will taste the pumpkin)
1 tablespoon fresh sage (local), chopped (1 1/2 teaspoons dried)

1. Combine rice and broth in a pan and cook until rice is done adding more broth as necessary.
2. Add butter and stir until melted.
3. Add milk, cream cheese, and pumpkin and stir until melted (if using dried sage, add here).
4. Add cheese and stir until combined.
5. Turn off heat and add sage, stirring to combined.
6. Add salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve.

The pumpkin and sage were not overwhelming so I can imagine serving this to kids because it does taste creamy and cheesy.  This is also the perfect fall recipe if you don't really care for sweets.  Plus, I feel that pumpkin is very under-utilized for its savory qualities.  Speaking of which, you can also try this Pumpkin and White Bean Stew for another delicious and savory recipe.

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Food for Thought

This week was month end for the accounting world, and it actually went very smoothly.  Well, all except for that one moment someone came with about 60 folders that I had to invoice out before we closed the month.  I might have used an explicative to voice my frustration, but once I had them and saw them, they weren't that bad.  I still stayed at work until about 7:15 PM, but once I saw the positive, working on them made it so much easier.

Just like this quote portrays, I know that I get so overwhelmed by the negative, that I forget to look for a positive, for the beauty.  This quote reminds me to do that beautifully, and again, as fate would have it, it popped up when I needed it the most.

Have a beautiful weekend!  It's supposed to be fall out there, and I. CANNOT.  WAIT!!!!

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What's in Season | October

October is when the fresh produce starts to wind down, but there are still some items like squashes and greens left.

[I couldn't resist getting this delicious kale!  It was on sale for $1.50 per pound!}

This list is not inclusive, and every year is different.  I would talk to farmers to see when these items will be ready if you are looking for specific items.  However, the following produce should be available from Kentucky farmers in October:

Apples
Beets
Broccoli
Brussels Sprouts
Cabbage
Carrots
Cauliflower
Greens
Kohlrabi
Lettuce
Onions (green)
Pears
Pumpkins
Radishes
Sorghum
Squash (winter)
Turnips

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monthly munchies | October

Another month has come and gone already!  Where does the time go?

{Local gala apples and an almond butter recipe that I am working on!  The taste is perfect, but the composition needs work...}

I didn't get everything done that I wanted to do in September, but it's okay!  It's October so time to move on to a new list!

Here's what's happening around a girl eats world for October:

• Look for a special announcement within the next few days!
• The KY Proud Incredible Food Show will be happening (aka big farmer's market that you can taste and try out!).  I'm going, and I can't wait!  I'll report back with what I saw, and what I am excited about!
• Fall and Halloween recipes (so many like pumpkin sage rice, pumpkin juice, pumpkin cookies, mummy dogs, bloody eyeballs, etc) will be heading your way!
• It's The Hubby and my anniversary (two years married!  WOOHOO!)!  I will be making a the cake that we had at our wedding to celebrate and sharing it with my lovely readers.
• Personally, I'm still trying to find balance between work, yoga, the blog, and the other stuff in my life, but I'll get through it.
• It's fall!  My absolute favorite time of year so I will be living it up as much as possible!

What are your goals for October?

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