Make something new from our Raleigh recipe box

We’ve compiled 13 recipes from local chefs, bartenders, and readers to put together a Raleigh recipe box filled with pro tips and tricks to making delicious dishes and drinks.

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Roasted root veggies can be enjoyed during any season.

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Grab your apron. We’ve rounded up 13 of our favorite recipes by local chefs, bartenders, and readers to build a Raleigh recipe box filled with delicious dishes and drinks.

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Creamy okra, corn, and quinoa chowder | By reader Allison W.

Sassool’s butternut squash salad | By Sassool Cafe

Pecan-crusted salmon | By Tom + Rachael Sullivan (“Meals She Eats”)

Pimento mac and cheese custard | By Chef Ashley Christensen (Beasley’s Chicken + Honey)

Pumpkin chili with turkey, white beans, and green apples | By reader Dawn K.

Roasted root vegetables | By Chef Sean Fowler (Mandolin)

Strawberry pavlova | By Chef Coleen Speaks (Hummingbird)

Roasted pumpkin and caramelized onion quiche | By Chef Chris McLaurin (Lutra Cafe and Bakery)

Drink

“Benny & the Gins” | By Chris Powers (Young Hearts Distilling)

“Knock Knock” | By Kaylah Saffro (Mandolin)

“Mr. Sweet Potato” | By Kacey Liebes (Kingfisher)

“Sleigh Bells” | By Chris Powers (Young Hearts Distilling)

“Winter Boulevardiers” | By Chris Powers (Young Hearts Distilling)

Zero-proof Moscow mule | By Ritual Zero Proof

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