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Sauteed kale with roasted delicata squash

November 11, 2013 by Mary 20 Comments

Last Sunday night, we had dinner at our older son’s home in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. I must admit, I kind of invited us. Well, I wanted to see them and he is not fond of traveling way uptown to our apartment on a Sunday night so what’s a mom to do? He and his girlfriend put out an amazing spread.Pasta with a hot red sauce, grating parmigiano cheese on top.We started with a first course of pasta with a beautiful Arrabbiata Sauce sauce topped with parmigiano. This kid lived in Italy for six months and of course the dish was perfect. The pasta was cooked perfectly; the sauce was the perfect consistency. The spice and the blending was sublime. He knows what he’s doing. Roasted chicken on a board with rosemary and lemon garnish.The main course was roasted chicken with herbs, sauce au jus, and sautéed kale tossed with roasted delicata squash, which was very different and terrific. His roasted chicken was perfect, as to be expected. He’s got that down. But the vegetable dish was really, really lovely. Unexpected, and a perfect autumn dish. The combo was unique – a sweet and slightly spicy blend. And healthy to boot!Roasted deicata squash on roasting pan.

His girlfriend gave me the skinny the next morning.

SAUTEED KALE WITH ROASTED DELICATA SQUASH – serves 4

1 delicata squash, cut in half lengthwise, seeds removed and cut into slices
Olive oil
Salt
Pepper
Cinnamon
2 fresh rosemary sprigs
1 bunch kale, washed, stemmed and cut into 1” strips
Hot pepper flakes

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Toss squash and rosemary sprigs in 1 – 2 tbs. olive oil and spread out on a baking sheet. Sprinkle on salt, pepper and cinnamon and roast for 15 – 20 minutes until fork tender.

Heat 2 tbs. olive oil in a skillet on medium to medium-high heat. Toss kale, for 2 minutes. Cover the pan for about 3 more minutes. Sprinkle on salt, fresh ground black pepper and hot pepper flakes. Toss until tender.

Add the squash to the skillet and toss to combine. Serve immediately. Enjoy!!

Now his girlfriend is also an expert dessert maker. Just look at this beautiful chocolate wonderfulness we had for dessert.Chocolate tart with a graham cracker crust and whipped cream.We are soooo lucky!!

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  1. apuginthekitchen says

    November 12, 2013 at 11:31 AM

    What a fabulous dinner, how lucky you are and what a treat.. Everything looks just perfect.
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    • Mary Frances says

      November 12, 2013 at 5:19 PM

      I know!!! It was a real treat!! 🙂

      Reply
  2. afracooking says

    November 12, 2013 at 1:35 PM

    Oh what a beautiful feast!
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    • Mary Frances says

      November 12, 2013 at 5:19 PM

      Yes it was!! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Jovina Coughlin says

    November 12, 2013 at 2:21 PM

    This is a new combination for me. I like both these vegetables, so I’ll have to try your recipe.
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    • Mary Frances says

      November 12, 2013 at 5:20 PM

      It was a new combo for me too – try it – it’s so delicious!!

      Reply
  4. Margaret Brown says

    November 12, 2013 at 3:06 PM

    Mary – You know I’m a kale-fanatic. I can’t wait to get back to my kitchen to make this recipe. As we former Californians say, thanks for sharing.

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    • Mary Frances says

      November 12, 2013 at 5:20 PM

      Any time Margaret!! I think you will LOVE this!

      Reply
  5. yummychunklet says

    November 12, 2013 at 4:04 PM

    The whole meal sounds delicious!
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    • Mary Frances says

      November 12, 2013 at 5:20 PM

      It really was!! 🙂

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  6. Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says

    November 13, 2013 at 8:15 AM

    I really miss having my daughter-in-law around to cook with. She’s really clever and we’d have fun. I do love delicata squash but I haven’t fallen in love with kale yet.
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    • Mary Frances says

      November 17, 2013 at 6:33 PM

      I think you might like kale with this combo, Maureen! Besides, it’s so good for you!

      Reply
  7. Jean | DelightfulRepast.com says

    November 13, 2013 at 4:28 PM

    Mary, there’s nothing better than a wonderful meal prepared by someone you love! The squash dish looks great; I really like kale. I do a raw kale dish that everyone loves. I’ll have to try this one soon!
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    • Mary Frances says

      November 17, 2013 at 6:41 PM

      Hi Jean! So true!! I like your Brussels sprouts salad but couldn’t find your raw kale dish on your site. Is it there?

      Reply
  8. nusrat2010 says

    November 17, 2013 at 2:34 PM

    Picture perfect dinner treat! You are blessed to have been fed by your son. I couldn’t do it for my Mom even at the age of 32.

    This post of yours made me teary….missing my Mom. How I wish to cook for her!
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    • Mary Frances says

      November 17, 2013 at 6:43 PM

      Aww – I’m sorry this made you sad. My mom has been gone a long time too now – nearly 19 years! But I believe they see everything – if only they could taste too!

      Reply
  9. ChgoJohn says

    November 17, 2013 at 5:40 PM

    This looks like a fantastic meal and, to think, I’ve got a delicata squash looking for a new use. 🙂
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    • Mary Frances says

      November 17, 2013 at 6:44 PM

      Well then, please try this John! I think you will really like it.

      Reply
  10. Francesca says

    November 18, 2013 at 1:23 PM

    Ahh it’s so lovely when guys can cook. That is some chicken!
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    • Mary Frances says

      November 18, 2013 at 11:56 PM

      Yes – it was perfect!!

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