Spiced Squash, Fennel, and Pear Soup is subtly spiced with ginger, cumin, and nutmeg. It is a nice departure from the more usual squash soup. Obviously, ditch the Greek yogurt garnish for a vegan presentation too.
Poached vanilla quince with five spice: fennel, cloves, Szechuan pepper, star anise, cinnamon as well as licorice root. The syrup is also great as a cocktail mixer.