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  Poussin and Wild Rice

  This method for trussing poussin comes from a butcher at Mercurios Butchers in Fairfield, Connecticut.

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  Endive and Watercress Salad with Quick-Pickled Red Onions

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  Thyme-Roasted Poussin

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  Wild Rice with Dried Fruit

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  Caramelized Apples in Phyllo Tarts

  Serves 4

  Next: Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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  Roasted Sweet Potatoes

  Roasted to perfection, sweet potatoes are filled with a spicy chutney. Crunchy escarole hearts and an extra-tart vinaigrette with toasted pumpkin seeds balance beautifully with the creamy potatoes.

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  Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Pineapple-Cranberry Chutney

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  Escarole Hearts with Lemon-Pumpkin Seed Vinaigrette

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  Frozen Yogurt with Pink Peppercorns

  Serves 4

  Next: Seafood with Rice

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  Seafood with Rice

  The colors of autumn are woven through this menu, with brightly colored saffron rice and fiery-red curried tomato-seafood bouillabaisse. Dessert is no exception, as pink and orange papaya wedges reflect the colors of fall leaves at their peak.

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  Curried Tomato-Seafood Bouillabaisse

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  Saffron Rice

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  Pink and Orange Papaya Wedges

  Serves 4

  Next: Venison with Rutabagas

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  Venison with Rutabagas

  The flavors of fall: roasted venison encrusted in a scrumptious rub, brussels sprouts tossed with balsamic vinegar, and mashed rutabagas. Don't be put off by the cooking time for the dessert; simply allow the seared apples to simmer while you eat the main course.

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  Roasted Rack of Venison and Pomegranate Sauce

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  Steamed Brussels Sprouts

  Mashed Rutabagas

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  Seared Apples

  Serves 4

  Next: Japanese Risotto

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  Japanese Risotto

  For this menu, which features risotto with an Asian twist, make the cold fruit sushi first. Squeeze some fresh lemon juice over the pieces, wrap tightly, and refrigerate until it is time to serve dessert.

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  Japanese Risotto with Mushrooms and Scallions

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  Miso-Stuffed Eggplant

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  Cold Fruit Sushi with Honey Dipping Sauce

  Serves 4

  Next: Halibut and Quinoa

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  Halibut and Quinoa

  This menu is a perfect example of "clean" food. The flavors are clear and straightforward and depend heavily on the quality of the ingredients rather than elaborate techniques.

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  Halibut Steamed in Grape Leaves

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  Wilted Mustard Greens

  Parsley-Quinoa Salad

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  Grape Cocktail

  Serves 4

  Next: Seven-Onion Soup

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  Seven-Onion Soup

  Seven-onion soup with rustic gruyere croutons is as flavorful as classic French onion soup, but without all the fat.

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  Seven-Onion Soup

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  Rustic Gruyere Croutons

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  Curly Endive with Citrus Vinaigrette

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  Prunes Poached in Armagnac with Enlightened Creme Fraiche

  Serves 4

  Next: Pheasant with Parsnips

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  Pheasant with Parsnips

  Roast pheasant cradled in beautiful radicchio leaves and golden parsnips sets the autumnal tone for a lovely and light dinner.

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  Roast Pheasant with Grapes and Walnuts

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  Roasted Parsnips and Onions

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  Rice Pudding

  Serves 4

  Next: Beef, Oranges, and Soup

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  Beef, Oranges, and Soup

  Pretty, elegant, and ready to serve in little more than an hour, this menu is perfect for casual fall entertaining. While the squash and garlic are roasting for the soup, prepare the broth for the dessert, and while it simmers, marinate the beef for the entree. To save time and unnecessary work, ask your butcher to cut the tenderloin into tournedos for you.

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  Butternut Squash Soup with Roasted Garlic

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  Seared Beef and Oranges with Arugula

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  Broiled Star Fruit in Gingered Broth

  Serves 4

  Next: Flank Steak with Okra

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  Flank Steak with Okra

  Indian spices lend this menu their generous warmth and autumnal color. Fiery-orange curry paste and tandoori spice enliven the flank steak, blazing-yellow turmeric coats the okra, and soft-golden curry powder brightens the carrots.

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  Tandoori-Spiced Flank Steak

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  Giant Roasted Carrots

  Spiced Okra

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  Frozen Chai

  Serves 4

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