Winter braised beef stew with creamy polenta recipe

"Everyone should know how comforting and easy braising meat is," Paige Nies said. "The flavor profile we especially love has a Moroccan flavor by using cumin, paprika, garam masala, garlic and tomato."

The most flavorful butternut squash lasagna recipe ever

"Soubise is a classic onion sauce that really sings when layered with roasted sliced butternut, braised greens, fresh sheets of pasta, herbs and four cheeses," Amanda Leveroni said.

Market Watch with Timaree Hagenburger: Mustard greens

 

This is a fun way to enjoy mustard greens in a flash. Don't walk away from the stove, as they will be ready before you know it!

Dukkah crusted local halibut with vegetables

Tender halibut is enhanced by a nutty spice blend and local seasonal vegetables.

CattleWomen's meatballs

The recipe's origins are unknown, but it has been used at CattleWomen functions for decades. Karen Ross, president of the Calaveras-Tuolumne CattleWomen, shares the recipe.

Leeks, hard squash and shrimp okoy

Okoy is a Filipino street food of various crispy, pan-fried vegetables and shrimp made into a fritter. The fritters traditionally contain shredded hard squash or sweet potatoes, bean sprouts, onions and carrots. This version features leeks.

Bistek Tagalog: Filipino beef steak with onions

This traditional Filipino dish, from chef Roline Casper of Vacaville, packs a tangy punch from the juice of the tart citrus fruit calamondin, also known as calamansi.

Grilled trout with California avocado watermelon slaw

Delicate trout is combined with rich and creamy California avocados to create a delicious meal!

Roasted vegetables with cashew cheese and harissa dressing

This makes a satisfying vegetarian meal, but is versatile enough to be served as a side with grilled chicken or fish.

Oxtail tacos

"Caribbean tacos are my favorite because of the fusion of flavors," chef Quinnton Austin said. "They add a fun and sweet heat flair to the game of tacos."