The good chair was never really saved
There is a particular kind of Midwest supper that begins with somebody saying not to make a fuss and ends with three extra place settings.
Autumn Harvest Chicken belongs to that generous tradition.
A watchful cook may still open the oven to inspect it, dish towel in hand.
A recipe that gathers people
The card gives us the dish, not an undocumented family history.
What it offers is an invitation to set out the plates and bring something warm to the table.
Serve it with what you have, welcome whoever arrives, and make room for one more chair.
