Witchy Woman Walking

How are your resources holding up? The past week has brought some hopeful news, but many of us are still feeling exhausted from the past several years of upheaval. Are you personally feeling depleted around finances, energy, or time? Before we enter into the dark half of the year and the holiday season, it’s important to take stock of our energy stores. What can you comfortable give? And how can you nourish yourself throughout the season? When fatigue sets in, it’s crucially important to lean on one’s practice and to tap into resources beyond ourselves; this is the time to connect more deeply with spiritual and energetic resources around us. As we soak in the warm autumn day, let’s consider the resources that we currently hold and how to allocate them best in this moment.

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Slewfoot by Brom

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9781250621993

Walk: Rediscover the Most Natural Way to Boost Your Health and Longevity--One Step at a Time by Courtney Conley DC and Milica McDowell MS DPT

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9780306837531

What’s playing on repeat?

People Have the Power by Patti Smith

What’s for dinner?

Creamy Spinach and White Bean Soup

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, grated or crushed
• 3 (15-ounce) cans cannellini or great Northern beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 (5-ounce) package baby spinach
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice, optional
• Kosher salt, to taste
• Crusty bread, for serving, optional

Instructions:

Add the oil and garlic to a medium pot over medium-low heat. Once the garlic starts to sizzle, cook it for 30 seconds; do not let it burn. Add the beans and pepper to the pot and stir to coat.
Cover the pot with a lid and cook for 5 minutes. Add the broth, bring it to a simmer, and cook for 5 minutes more.

Add the spinach to the pot one handful at a time, stirring and allowing each addition to wilt before adding more. Once all the spinach is wilted, cook the soup for 1 minute more.

Remove the pot from the heat. Scoop out about half of the soup and set aside. Using an immersion blender, purée the soup still in the pot until the spinach is broken down and the mixture is creamy and speckled with green. Return the reserved soup to the pot, add the lemon juice (if using), and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with bread, if desired.

https://www.simplyrecipes.com/creamy-spinach-and-white-bean-soup-recipe-11850199

Wild Blueberry Chia Pudding

Ingredients:

• ½ cup chia seeds 
• 2 cups milk of choice 
• 1 cup wild frozen blueberries 
• Sweetener (honey or maple syrup): To taste
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract or a pinch of cinnamon or some lemon zest (optional)

Instructions:

1. Whisk the chia seeds, milk, frozen blueberries, sweetener, and vanilla together in a jar or bowl.
2. Let the mixture sit for 5 to 15 minutes, then stir or shake well to break up any clumps.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 to 4 hours (or overnight) until thick and creamy.
4. Stir before eating and top with fresh berries, yogurt, or coconut flakes. Enjoy!

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Samhain is officially here and many of us feel called to connect with those on the other side. For some, ancestor veneration can be quite intimidating, but connecting with those across the veil doesn’t have to be a complicated process, it can be as simple as a cuppa with your grandma. Instead of focusing on elaborate rituals, perhaps we can simply hold space and remain open to the signs of communication that follow. With a humble candle, a physical item of remembrance (if we have it), and an open heart, we can ask for the guidance and support that we seek. As we trek through the colorful autumn trees, consider your support system on the other side. Get the kettle ready, it's time for coffee with the ancestors!

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A Dark and Secret Magic by Wallis Kinney
https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9798892423298

Season of the Witch: A Psychiatrist’s Case for Magic by Ellen Vora MD

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9780593977583

What’s playing on repeat?

Woman Gone Mad by ILUKA 

What’s for dinner?

Pumpkin Risotto

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• A handful of fresh sage leaves
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/2- 1 cup pumpkin or butternut squash, chopped 
• ½ tsp ground black pepper
• ¾ cup risotto rice
• 2 cups vegetable stock
• ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil over medium heat and fry a handful of sage leaves until they're crispy. Set aside for later.
2. In the same pan, melt butter over low-medium heat and add chopped onion. Allow the onions to cook until translucent.
3. Add minced garlic and chopped pumpkin. Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
4. Add the risotto rice and mix well.
5. Keep adding stock, a ladleful at a time, and stir. Wait for the rice to soak up all the stock before adding more. Keep doing this for 15-20 minutes until the rice is al dente.
6. Add and mix freshly grated parmesan cheese.
7. Serve hot and garnish with fried sage leaves and grated parmesan. 

Spiced Coffee (or Tea!)

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups milk of your choice
• ½ cup water
• 1/2 mug freshly brewed coffee , substitute strong black tea if preferred
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 6 cardamom pods, crushed
• Maple syrup to taste (if you like sweetened coffee)
• Ground cinnamon and cardamom for sprinkling

Instructions:

1. Add the milk, cinnamon, and crushed cardamom to a medium pot.
2. Bring to just below boiling point - you don’t want to boil it. Let it sit for about 60 seconds to allow spices to infuse and then add back to the heat and repeat twice more. Strain into the mixing cup. Then add sweetener if desired.
3. If you have a frother, froth the milk to desired frothiness. 
4. Fill mug halfway with freshly brewed coffee, top with frothed milk and a sprinkle of cinnamon and cardamom.
5. Enjoy with an ancestor! ✨

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Samhain is a time when boundaries between worlds feels thinner than ever. It's also a natural time to reflect upon our own personal energetic boundaries. Are your boundaries rigid or porous? Do you feel comfortable holding your boundaries or are you quick to release them in order to please others? Do you respect the energetic limits of others or do you push their boundaries to suit your own needs? There is great magic to be found in learning how to honor your sacred boundaries, alongside the boundaries of others. As we stroll through the ever-changing autumn woods, consider how you might create healthier energetic limits in your own life and practice.

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What am I reading?

The Somewhat Wicked Witch of Brigandale by C.M. Waggoner 

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9798217188239

Wisdom Untethered: The Time for Questions by Michael A. Singer

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9798900220345

What’s playing on repeat?

Apocalypse by Cigarettes After Sex 

What’s for dinner? 

Sheet Pan Warm Kale Salad

Ingredients:

For the Salad:

• 1 Medium Butternut Squash peeled and chopped in 1/2 inch pieces 
• 1 Small Red Onion thinly sliced
• 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 Pound Ground Mild Italian Sausage
• 1 Bunch Dino Kale stems removed and chopped into bite-sized pieces
• ⅓ Cup Dried Cranberries
• ⅓ Cup Pistachios coarsley chopped
• 1 Cup Feta Cheese crumbled

For the Maple Dijon Dressing:

• ¼ Cup Olive Oil
• 3 Tablespoons Maple Syrup
• 2 Tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
• 1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard
• 3 Cloves Garlic
• ½ Teaspoon Kosher Salt
• ½ Teaspoon Ground Black Pepper

Instructions:

• To make this salad, start by preheating your oven to 425 F.
  
  
• If using whole butternut squash, prepare the squash by removing the seeds and chopping it into 1/2 inch pieces. If you're using pre-cut butternut squash (which I recommend - it's so much easier!) you can skip this step.
  
  
• Add the chopped butternut squash to a sheet pan. Then, chop the red onion and add it to the baking sheet.
  
  
• Add the olive oil, a pinch of sea salt, and a pinch of ground black pepper, and toss the squash and onion until they're fully coated in both. Make sure they're both spread out into an even layer on the sheet pan.
  
  
• Transfer the baking sheet into the oven for 20 minutes.
  
  
• While the veggies are in the oven, prepare the sausage. Heat a pan, on the stove, over medium heat, and add in the sausage.
  
  
• Use a spoon to break the sausage up well, then allow it to cook until browned. Once the sausage is cooked through, remove it from the heat and set it aside.
  
  
• Then, prepare the dressing. Add all of the dressing ingredients (the olive oil, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, dijon mustard, garlic, kosher salt, and ground black pepper) to a blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
  
  
• Once the veggies are done, remove them from the oven.
  
  
• Then, add the kale and cooked sausage to the sheet pan, along with 1/4 of the dressing, and toss until they're fully incorporated with the veggies.
  
  
• Return the sheet pan to the oven and allow everything to cook together for 15 more minutes.
  
  
• Once the salad is done, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool for 10 minutes before adding the feta cheese, dried cranberries, and chopped pistachios.
  
  
• Finally, drizzle the remaining dressing on top and toss to fully combine. Serve immediately and enjoy!
  
  

https://kalejunkie.com/sheet-pan-warm-kale-salad/#wprm-recipe-container-32889

Apple Cider Matcha Latte

Ingredients: 

1/2 tsp matcha

2 tbsp water

1/2 cup local apple cider

1/2 cup plant-based milk

Apple slices

Cinnamon 

Instructions:

Warm the apple cider and plant milk together (or keep cold over ice for an iced version). Whisk the matcha with room-temperature water until smooth. Combine the matcha with the apple cider mixture and garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon and fresh apple slices.

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Expansion can be challenging, especially when life puts roadblocks in our way. It's easy to believe that these setbacks are a sign that we're not meant to stretch and grow. But what if these bumps in the road are actually signs that we're heading in precisely the right direction? Perhaps, these are invitations from the Universe to push ourselves a little further. Holding the vision requires trust and vulnerability, and sometimes a little audaciousness! As we ramble through the autumn woods, reflect on the setbacks in your own life. Before you give up, consider the possibility that these initiations are here to guide you toward even greater heights!

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Letters From the Last Apothecary by Bita Behzadi

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9798318602054

The Dabbler's Guide to Witchcraft: Seeking an Intentional Magical Path by Fire Lyte 

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9781982174347

What’s playing on repeat?

Best I Ever Had by Vertical Horizon

What’s for dinner?

Sweet Potato Burrito

Ingredients:

1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Olive oil, for drizzling 

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 

2 cloves garlic, minced 

1/2 onion, finely diced 

1 jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped 

1 tablespoon chili powder 

1 tablespoon tomato paste 

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 

2 cups packed fresh baby spinach 

One 15-ounce can black beans, drained 

One 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes 

1 cup crumbled queso fresco 

Juice of 1 lime

Ten 10-inch whole-wheat tortillas 

1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped 

Hot sauce, as desired 

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
2. Add the sweet potatoes to a baking sheet in an even layer. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast until the potatoes are just tender but still have a bite, 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside.
3. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil to a large saute pan and place over medium heat. Add the garlic and onion and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes. Then, add the jalapeno and stir to combine. Add the chili powder, tomato paste and oregano. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes to release the flavors of the herbs. Then, add the spinach, beans and tomatoes. Fold gently to combine. Simmer until the spinach is wilted and the liquid has reduced by half, 7 to 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the queso fresco, lime juice and sweet potatoes. Taste and season as needed.
4. Distribute the mixture evenly among the tortillas. Roll the tortillas, garnish with the cilantro and hot sauce and serve immediately. Enjoy!
   
   

Japanese Milk Tea 

Ingredients:

1 cup water
1 tbsp Darjeeling tea leaves, loose 
1 cup milk
2 tsp granulated sugar, more or less to taste

Instructions:

• Fill 2 tea cups with the hottest water from your tap. This will keep the cup warm until you are ready to put the tea in it.
• Add the 1 cup water into a small saucepan over high heat. Heat until it comes to a boil.
  
  
• Add 1 tbsp tea leaves into the water and boil for 2 minutes.
  
  
• Add 1 cup milk into the tea and reduce the heat to medium. Heat the milk, stirring occasionally, until it just barely comes to a simmer. Do not allow the milk to boil.
  
  
• Pour the Royal Milk Tea through a fine mesh strainer or tea strainer, removing all of the loose tea leaves.
• Once strained, pour the hot water out of your tea cups. Then divide the tea amongst two warmed tea cups.
• Flavor with 2 tsp granulated sugar if desired! Enjoy!
  
  

https://foreignfork.com/japanese-milk-tea-recipe/#Japanese_Milk_Tea_Recipe

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As the weather starts to cool and the autumn energy settles in, many of us feel the pull to slow down. But there’s actually a powerful energy of expansion available to us between Mabon and Samhain. Before we retreat into the cocoon of the darker months, we have the opportunity to stretch ourselves. The balance of these autumnal energies encourages growth and replenishment. Where do you go to rest and retreat? Where do you go to feel expansive… and maybe even a little uncomfortable? As we wander the leaf covered paths, consider how you might step out of your comfort zone this fall. Rest assured that retreat will be available to you as we journey closer to Samhain. 

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Beyond the Graves Waits Mist and Sea by Kathleen Kaufmann

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9781496753946

Everyday Elixirs: Mocktails, Matchas, and Seasonal Drinks to Inspire Wellness by Blair Horton

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9781496753946

What's playing on repeat?

Au Pays du Cocaine by Geese

Fire Fire by Steam Powered Giraffe

What's for dinner?

Million Dollar Soup 

Ingredients:

• 2 cups peeled and cubed butternut squash
• 1 (11-oz.) pkg. chicken sausage, sliced
• 2 tsp. olive oil
• 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, divided
• 1 1/2 tsp. fresh cracked black pepper, divided
• 10 sprigs fresh thyme, divided
• 5 slices center cut bacon, chopped
• 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
• 1 small white onion, chopped
• 3 ribs celery, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup dry white wine
• 5 cups chicken stock
• 2 (15.5-oz.) cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 Tbsp. heavy cream
• 1 lemon, zested
• 1 bunch dinosaur kale, ribs removed and roughly torn (about 2 cups)

Instructions:

1. Prepare oven and baking sheet: 
   Heat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
   
   
2. Roast squash and sausage: 
   In a medium bowl, toss together squash, sausage, oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and 2 sprigs of thyme. Spread onto prepared baking sheet.
   Roast until squash is softened and sausage has begun to brown, 25 minutes.
   
   
3. Cook bacon: 
   Meanwhile, add cut bacon to the bottom of a cold Dutch oven or large 4 quart soup pot. Heat to medium and cook bacon until crisp, 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently. 
   
   
4. Remove bacon from pan: 
   Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, reserving fat in pan.
   
   
5. Cook garlic, onion, and celery: 
   Add butter to pot, swirling to combine. Add onion, garlic, and celery and cook 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
   
   
6. Make roux: 
   Add flour to create a light roux, stirring constantly. When mixture has thickened, add white wine, stir and cook for 1 minute.
   
   
7. Add stock: 
   Add stock, remaining salt and pepper, thyme sprigs and beans. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer for 10 minutes.
   
   
8. Blend some of the soup mixture: 
   Remove 3 cups from mixture and transfer to a blender. Secure lid on blender, and remove center piece to allow steam to escape.  Blend until smooth and  stir blended mixture back into soup pot. Return to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream and lemon zest.
   
   
9. Stir in squash and kale: 
   Add cooked butternut squash mixture and torn kale to pot, and cook until kale is bright green and lightly wilted, 3-5 minutes.
   
   
10. Garnish and serve: 
    Top individual servings with extra thyme leaves and bacon.
    
    

https://www.southernliving.com/million-dollar-soup-8742015?print=

Creamy Spiced Rose Hip Elixir

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon dried rose hips

3 ounces boiling water

1/2 ounce full-fat coconut milk

1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste

Pinch ground cinnamon

Pinch ground cardamom

Pinch sea salt

Instructions:

Place rose hips in small bowl and add boiling water, steep 20 minutes. 

Fill a shaker with ice, strain rose hips through sieve into the shaker. Discard the solids. 

Add the coconut milk, vanilla is a paste, cardamom, cinnamon, and salt. Shake vigorously. 

Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice, Garnish with cinnamon stick, enjoy! 

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We’re living in a moment where light is being shined onto the darkest of places. Atrocities that once remained hidden in shadow, are finally being exposed. Patriarchal systems are still ever-present, but something else is trying to emerge… the feminine is rising! As the sacred feminine steps forward, the sacred masculine must bravely step beside her. Both energies are needed to shift the poisonous repeated cycle of oppression and violence. As we process the fury of the past week, let’s also make space for the sacred, this is the energy needed to create a better world for all. 

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What am I reading?

The Haunting of Hecate Cavendish by Paula Brackston 

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9781250865632

Spells for the Apocalypse by Carmen Spagnola

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9781682689516

What’s playing on repeat?

Wings by ILUKA

What’s for dinner?

Farro Sausage & Baby Broccolini 

Ingredients:

8 ounces farro

1 package sausage of choice

Bunch of baby broccolini

1 zucchini

Garlic (as much as you like)

Sun-dried tomatoes in olive oil

Juice of one lemon

Fresh Parmesan cheese

Salt & pepper

Instructions: Boil farro according to instructions, drain and set aside. In a large pan, sauté garlic, sun-dried tomatoes in olive oil, and sausage. When sausage starts to brown, add chopped broccolini and zucchini, sauté until vegetables reach desired tenderness. Add cooked farro to vegetables, add juice of one lemon, mix thoroughly. Top with Parmesan cheese, allow cheese to melt, then serve. Enjoy!

Pumpkin  (or Roasted Honeynut Squash) Crumb Cake 

Ingredients:

Crumb Topping 

• ½ (packed) cup brown sugar
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice blend
• Pinch of salt 
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes

Cake:

• 1 (packed) cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup canned pumpkin purée or roasted honeynut squash
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
• ¼ cup neutral oil
• 1 tablespoon pumpkin spice blend
• ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray an 8-inch square or 9-inch round baking pan with cooking spray and line with parchment paper.

In a small bowl, combine the sugar, flour, pumpkin spice and salt for the crumb topping. Add the butter, then pinch the butter into the flour mixture with your fingertips until the mixture forms pea-size crumbs.

In a large bowl, whisk the sugar and eggs, about 1 minute. Add the pumpkin or honeynut squash purée, melted butter, oil, pumpkin spice and salt; whisk until combined and smooth. Whisk in the baking powder and baking soda, then whisk in the flour.

Transfer the batter to the prepared pan. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the top.

Bake the cake until golden, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 40 to 45 minutes. Set the cake in the pan on a rack to cool. After about 15 minutes remove the cake from the pan and set it on the rack to cool almost completely. Enjoy!

Articles:

https://www.elephantjournal.com/2019/10/traits-of-the-sacred-masculine-miguel-dean/

https://science.howstuffworks.com/life/evolution/society-run-by-women.htm

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Mabon season is upon us! The autumn equinox offers us the opportunity to explore many themes; such as, gratitude, transition, and letting go. This is also a time to reflect on the balance or lack of balance in our lives. It's a chance to dance with the light and shadow within. As we welcome the day on this dark and chilly morning, consider the spaces in your life that need a little more balance and light. Nature shows us the way if only we take the time to see its wisdom. 

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The Forest Becomes Her by Julie Carroll Dalton 

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9781250889751

Tarot for the Wild Soul: A Trauma-Informed Approach for Growth, Healing, and Grounding in the Present Moment by Lindsay Mack 

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9780762488971

What’s playing on repeat?

Devil Like Me by Rainbow Kitten Surprise 

What’s for dinner?

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

Ingredients:

3 ½ pounds butternut squash

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 small yellow onion, halved

1 small garlic clove, peeled

½ tablespoon maple syrup

1 teaspoon salt 

freshly ground black pepper, to taste

¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg 

¼ teaspoon ground ginger

3 to 4 cups vegetable broth

Optional garnish: pepitas, parsley, and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220C). Slice the ends off the butternut squash. Stand the butternut squash on end and carefully slice it in half lengthwise.Then, Use a spoon to remove the seeds and membrane. Pro tip: the butternut squash is easier to slice through if you microwave it for 2 to 3 minutes.

Transfer the butternut squash to a baking tray cut side up, coat with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Then flip the butternut squash over so the cut side is down and roast for 60 minutes. 

After 30 minutes, spread a little oil on the cut side of the onion and add it to the baking tray, cut side down. Continue cooking for another 30 minutes, then remove the baking tray from the oven.

Once the butternut squash is cool enough to handle, use a large spoon to scoop out the flesh and transfer it to a high-powered blender. Discard the outer layer of the onion and then add the onion to the blender along with the garlic, maple syrup, salt, nutmeg, ginger, and vegetable broth. Start with 3 cups of vegetable broth and add more to achieve your desired consistency. Blend on high for 1 to 2 minutes, until creamy. Taste the soup and add more salt and pepper if needed.

Pour the soup into serving bowls. If you'd like, garnish the top with pepitas, parsley and black pepper

https://downshiftology.com/recipes/roasted-butternut-squash-soup/#wprm-recipe-container-33834

Pumpkin Scones 

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour 
• 2 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice*
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, frozen
• 1/3 cup + 2 Tablespoons heavy cream, divided
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree, blotted*
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• optional: coarse sugar for sprinkling on top before baking

Maple Glaze

• 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
• 1 cup sifted confectioners’ sugar
• pinch salt, to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Adjust baking rack to the middle-low position. Line 1 or 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper. Set aside.
2. Whisk the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and salt together in a large bowl. Grate the frozen butter. Add the grated butter to the flour mixture and combine it with a fork or your fingers until the mixture comes together in pea-sized crumbs. Set aside.
3. Whisk 1/3 cup heavy cream, the egg, pumpkin, brown sugar, and vanilla extract together in a small bowl. Drizzle it over the flour mixture and then mix it all together until everything appears moistened.
4. With floured hands, work the dough into a ball as best you can and transfer onto a floured work surface. Press into a neat 8-inch disc and, with a very sharp knife, cut into 8 equal wedges. 
5. Place scones at least 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet(s). Using a pastry brush, brush scones with remaining heavy cream and sprinkle with coarse sugar. 
6. Bake the scones for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes as you prepare the icing.
7. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and maple syrup together, whisking occasionally. Once the butter has melted, remove from heat and whisk in the sifted confectioners’ sugar. Taste and add a pinch of salt if desired. Drizzle over warm scones. Enjoy!

Mabon (Autumn Equinox) by dwulf

https://medium.com/@dwulf69/mabon-autumn-equinox-820260ae9a4

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What a milestone! It’s been three years since the launch of Witchy Woman Walking! And what better way to celebrate than to talk about the wild energy of autumn?! The fall is known for its vibrant beauty, but there’s an even deeper magic to be found in the smell of the air, the feel of the wind, and the spicy tastes on your tongue. It’s an energy that inspires creativity and unleashes the wild wonder within. As we usher in the autumn equinox, consider the seasonal and elemental shifts that spark your unique brand of wildness. As an added bonus, enjoy a (mid-episode) rainy chat with a very special guest. Happy autumn equinox! 

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Isabella Nagg and the Pot of Basil by Oliver Darkshire

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9781324130796

Earth Power: Techniques of Natural Magic by Scott Cunningham 

https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9780875421216

What’s playing on repeat?

Breezeblocks by alt-J

What’s for dinner?

Autumn Potato Soup 

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, peeled and diced
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 2 1/2 pounds orange sweet potatoes (yams), peeled and cubed
• 1 pound zucchini, sliced
• 2 quarts yellow vegetable stock (you can substitute chicken stock if not vegan/vegetarian)
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• Pinch cayenne pepper (or more to taste)
• 3 medium tomatoes, peeled and diced (or one 14 oz. can diced tomatoes)
• 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter, or more to taste
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Chopped roasted peanuts or fresh thyme leaves for garnish(optional)

Instructions:

• Heat olive oil over medium till hot (not smoking). Sauté onion in the oil until it begins to soften and turn golden, about 10 minutes. Add garlic and continue to sauté for 3 minutes more.
• Add sweet potatoes, zucchini, vegetable stock, thyme leaves, cumin, ginger, and cayenne to the pot. I like to use ¼ tsp of cayenne, which gives a nice spicy kick to the soup. If you’re sensitive to spice, start with 1/8 tsp. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce to a light simmer for 20 minutes.
• Add diced tomatoes to the pot. Simmer for 5-10 minutes more until all the vegetables are tender.
• Stir 1/3 cup peanut butter into the broth until it dissolves. Remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add more cayenne for heat, if desired. Add additional peanut butter to taste. Some like it with just a hint of peanut flavor. I typically use a few more tablespoons (around 1/2 cup total) because I love peanut butter. Adjust until the flavor is to your liking.
• Soup may be served as-is (chunky with texture), or you can puree the soup with an immersion blender until smooth. Serve garnished with chopped roasted peanuts or fresh thyme leaves.

https://toriavey.com/sweet-potato-soup/#recipe

Apple Cider Muffins

Ingredients:

Muffins:

• 3/4 cup (180g/ml) fresh apple cider (NOT apple cider vinegar)
• 1 and 3/4 cups (219g) all-purpose flour 
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup (113g/120ml) vegetable oil or melted coconut oil 
• 1/2 cup (100g) light or dark brown sugar 
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1/4 cup (60g) unsweetened applesauce 
• 1 and 1/2 cups (210g) peeled and shredded apple (about 1.5–2 apples)
• 3/4 cup (90g) chopped walnuts (optional)

Topping:

• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 2 Tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, melted

https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/apple-cider-spice-muffins/#tasty-recipes-150404

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The wheel turns, this is simply a fact. But what happens when we're not ready for the turn? How do we intentionally address unfinished business from season to season, so that we don't carry heavy, stagnant energy into the next cycle? With each subtle shift, pay attention to your energetic state. Are you reluctant to move forward? Conversely, are you eagerly rushing into the next season without even a backwards glance? The moments where we dig our heels in or hastily plow ahead have something to teach us. As we listen to the evening cicadas, consider the changing season in your life, are you ready for the shift or do you have unfinished business to attend to? 

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Wild Witchcraft: Folk Herbalism, Garden Magic, and Foraging for Spells, Rituals, and Remedies by Rebecca Beyer 

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Dirty by Grandson 

What’s for dinner?

Pastina Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil 
• 1 cup finely diced yellow onion 1 onion
• 1 cup finely diced carrots 2 carrots
• 1 cup finely diced celery 2-3 ribs
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 5 cups chicken or vegetable stock
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning  
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried crushed rosemary 
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 3/4 cup pastina or other tiny pasta
• 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken or beans of choice 
• 2-4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice optional, but so good

Serving Suggestions 

• Parmesan cheese optional, for topping
• Crusty buttered bread optional, for serving
• Dried or fresh parsley, added to taste
• Dried or fresh dill, added to taste

Instructions:

• Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper (I add 1/2 teaspoon each). Sauté for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until very golden and starting to brown at the edges. Lower the heat if anything begins to burn. Don't rush this step
• Pour in the stock, Italian seasoning, rosemary, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
• Add the pastina directly to the pot and simmer until tender, about 5–7 minutes (check your pasta package for exact timing). Stir occasionally so the pasta doesn’t stick to the bottom.
• Stir in the shredded rotisserie chicken or beans and cook until warmed through. Add lemon juice (if using) and taste for seasoning. 
• Ladle the soup into bowls, top with freshly grated Parmesan, and serve with crusty buttered bread. Garnish each bowl with parsley and dill. Enjoy!

Black Magic Cake

Ingredients:

FOR THE BLACK MAGIC CAKE

• 230 g plain flour (all-purpose flour) (1 ¾ cups / 8oz) 
• 70 g unsweetened cocoa powder (2.5oz / ¾ cup) 
• 2 cups caster sugar (superfine sugar) (400g / 14oz) 
• 2 teaspoon baking soda (bicarbonate of soda)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs, room temp
• 1 cup buttermilk (250ml)
• 1 tablespoon instant coffee dissolved in 1 cup hot water (250ml water)
• ½ cup vegetable oil (125ml)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

FOR THE CHOCOLATE BUTTERCREAM AND GANACHE

• 140 g dark chocolate (70% cocoa solids), finely chopped (5oz)
• ½ cup thickened cream (heavy cream) (125ml)
• 170 g unsalted butter (6oz / 1 ½ sticks / ¾ cup)
• ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (30g / 1oz)
• 1 ½ cups icing sugar (powdered sugar) (195g)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• Pinch salt

https://www.sugarsaltmagic.com/wprm_print/black-magic-cake

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Have you ever considered that the spiritual journey might be less about “becoming” and more about “remembering”? At one time, we understood the connection to our ancestors. We felt a kinship with the sacred lands. We understood that we had a direct link to the Divine. Over generations, we have lost this inner wisdom, we’ve forgotten that the magic is within us. As we walk through the forest, reflect on the lineage you carry within and the powerful connection you hold deep in your bones. It’s time to unearth the truth, it’s time to remember!

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The Book of Magic by Alice Hoffman 

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The Crooked Path: An Introduction to Traditional Witchcraft by Kelden 

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Solsbury Hill by Peter Gabriel

What’s for dinner? 
Lebanese Tabbouleh

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fine bulgur 
• 2 bunches parsley
• 12 large mint leaves
• 1/2 English cucumber
• 5 scallions
• 3 medium tomatoes
• 2 lemons, juiced (about 6 tablespoons)
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 pinch salt and pepper, plus more to taste

Instructions:

• Put the bulgur in a bowl, cover it with an inch of just-boiled water, and let it sit at least 20 minutes. (It will double in size.)
• Wash and dry the parsley and mint. Remove the stems, finely chop the herbs together, and put them in a large mixing bowl. 
• Peel and deseed the cucumber half. Slice it lengthwise into thirds, then chop. Chop the scallions and tomatoes and add them to the cucumber, parsley, and mint.
• Drain any remaining water out of the bulgur and add it to the vegetables.
• Add the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to the salad. Mix well, taste, and adjust the seasoning and olive oil as needed.
• Serve with pita and hummus and/or falafel. Enjoy! 
  
  

https://food52.com/recipes/29842-my-mother-s-lebanese-tabbouleh

Rustic Blueberry Tart

Ingredients:

Filling:

• 5 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 cup organic sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tbsp flour

Crust:

• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 8 tbsp cold butter
• 3-5 tbsp cold water

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375℉.

Add the flour and butter to the food processor. 

Make sure to cube or break down the butter a bit with a knife before placing it in the processor. 

Pour in 3 tbsp of water and turn the processor on. Process until the mixture just comes together. Add more water as needed.

Place the dough on either a floured surface to roll out or parchment paper. Roll the dough out into a large circle. Make sure it is larger than the tart pan before placing it in the pan. 

Place the dough in a waiting tart dish and press and trim any excess from the sides. Set aside.

For The Filling:

Add the blueberries to a large bowl. Sprinkle the sugar, flour, cinnamon, and lemon over the berries. 

Stir to coat the blueberries. 

Pour the mixture into the tart crust. 

Bake for approximately 35-40 minutes. Until crust is golden brown and the tart filling is bubbly.

Cool before serving. Enjoy! 

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