Continuing with last week’s pie theme, I think I’ll move onto pumpkin. I mean, everyone else on the internet has become obsessed with pumpkin everything, not to mention in coffee shops across America! And I must admit, I’ve been indulging in my fair share of pumpkin spice lattes from Starbucks, though I personally prefer them with half pumpkin spice and half cinnamon dulce syrup. Yum, yum, people! Seriously. Although if I’m being super honest, I would confess that I’d really would rather enjoy a good pumpkin beer to a latte. Southern Tier’s Pumpking Ale is my absolute favorite! Last year I waited too long to buy some, and missed out altogether. It was my one post-pregnancy wish, and it never happened. Tears. That won’t happen this year, no siree Bob! Fortunately there is still some left at my local World Market store. Whewie!

What’s your favorite pumpkin pleasure? Or does pumpkin mania drive you absolutely batty?

O U T F I T   D E T A I L S :

dress: Toast, necklace: vintage, headband: practically vintage (from my highschool daze)
purse: available from Fine & Dandy Vintage, shoes: Nine West
Lucy’s pinafore is vintage, and the rest of her outfit is thrifted.

Have you ever eaten an amazing meal at a restaurant, and lived the rest of your days haunted by the deliciousness of that meal until you finally figured out how to duplicate it at home? This spaghetti squash curry with roasted chickpeas has been my meal haunting for a few years, ever since I my first visit to Cleveland’s renowned Greenhouse Tavern. It was the only vegan entree on the entire menu, but at the time I was a pretty picky eater and curry definitely intimidated me. Luckily, I ordered it anyway, and it quickly became a favorite restaurant memory.

Unfortunately, the Greenhouse Tavern’s sustainable menu is always changing due to local produce availability, and I’ve never seen spaghetti squash curry with roasted chickpeas on it again, so I was forced to do a little experimenting in my own kitchen. I think I finally got it right! If you’re as excited about comfort food season as I am, you must try this recipe! It’s not too spicy, but it’s definitely delicious and so flavorful. Oh, and as a bonus? It’s also vegan and gluten-free!

Spaghetti Squash Curry with Roasted Chickpeas

2013-10-10 18:33:29

Serves 4

Healthy, hearty curried spaghetti squash topped with savory seasoned chickpeas and green onions

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Prep Time

5 min

Cook Time

60 hr

Total Time

65 hr

Prep Time

5 min

Cook Time

60 hr

Total Time

65 hr

150 calories

22 g

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6 g

6 g

1 g

132 g

763 g

5 g

0 g

4 g

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size

132g

Servings

4

Amount Per Serving

Calories 150

Calories from Fat 48

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6g

8%

Saturated Fat 1g

3%

Trans Fat 0g

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 3g

Cholesterol 0mg

0%

Sodium 763mg

32%

Total Carbohydrates 22g

7%

Dietary Fiber 2g

6%

Sugars 5g

Protein 6g

Vitamin A

9%

Vitamin C

7%

Calcium

4%

Iron

10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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For the Curried Squash

1. 1 spaghetti squash
2. 8 oz. can of tomato sauce
3. 2 T olive oil, halved
4. 2 T mild curry powder
5. 1 T chili powder
6. 2 t sugar
7. 1 1/2 t cumin
8. 1/2 t salt
9. 1/2 t garlic powder
10. 1/2 t turmeric

For the Roasted Chickpeas

1. 1 can of unsalted chickpeas
2. 1 T olive oil
3. 1/2 t salt
4. 1/4 t cracked black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400˚

For the Spaghetti Squash Curry

1. Cut the spaghetti squash in half, scoop out the seeds (which make a great snack when seasoned and roasted!), place on a cooking sheet cut sides up, and brush with one tablespoon of olive oil. Roast at 400˚ for 50 minutes. While the squash is roasting, combine the rest of the curried squash ingredients to make the sauce. Then prepare the chickpeas for roasting (directions below). When the squash is removed from the oven, allow it to cool while you roast the chickpeas. When the squash is cool enough to handle, shred the flesh with a fork and place into a medium size bowl. Add the sauce, and stir to combine. Scoop the curried spaghetti squash onto 4 plates, top with sliced green onions and a quarter of the roasted chickpeas and serve hot.

For the Roasted Chickpeas

1. Combine the drained chickpeas with 1 Tablespoon of olive oil, the salt, and the pepper. Spread in one layer on a cooking sheet covered in parchment paper. Roast at 450˚ for about ten minutes, or until golden and slightly crispy.

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protein

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carbs

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If I’ve ever gone missing, you might want to wait to alert the authorities. First, check out Sweet Lorain in Lakewood, Ohio. I might be there, buried under a pile of fancy hats or lost amongst the racks and racks of vintage clothing! Recently my dear friend Allie and I made a trip there and walked away with a few treasures. I sported the lovely chartreuse crop top I found there recently in an outfit post here on my blog, but was disappointed when I returned home and discovered the dress I had purchased was discolored in some areas. I though, gee whiz, I’m too experienced to be making rookie mistakes like this! Then I thought… you know, I really have earned a lot of vintage shopping street cred through the years- why not share some advice?

So, head on over to Babble where I posted 10 Vintage Shopping Mistakes to Avoid. Basically the best advice I’ve ever given the universe. You’re welcome!

If you’re traveling through Northeast Ohio, or maybe you’re from here and don’t know a lot about the vintage scene, you’ll definitely want to stop in at Sweet Lorain! It’s on Lorain (surprise, surprise!) west of downtown Cleveland, across the bridge. On Saturdays, the Westside Market is a great place to stop in to pick up produce, flowers, and a delicious meal (especially yummy crepes with all kinds of fillings!). After breakfast as the Westside Market, I love shopping the area vintage shops, like Sweet Lorain, which is right down the road.

The inventory at Sweet Lorain is vast and can be overwhelming. So be sure to plan lots of time to spend browsing! Even Phil enjoyed looking around, even though he’s not into ladies’ clothing. Thank Jesus. But he did like all the fun magazines and knick knacks they have in abundance. Prices at Sweet Lorain are moderate for standard vintage shops, but a little high for Northeast Ohio standards. Their prices to vary quite a bit, so sometimes you might be surprised at a high or low cost for the item you’re interested in. You just never know! If you’re looking for more affordable vintage, I’d check out the Falls River Square district in Cuyahoga Falls or Chelsea’s Vintage and Costume shop in Lakewood also. Another place to visit in Lakewood is Flower Child, whose prices and inventory are comparable with Sweet Lorain. Check out my Flower Child visit here!