I like to think of this recipe as comfort food without all the pots and pans. In the western tradition, rosemary has traditionally been a symbol of friendship, love and remembrance. In Chinese medicine, the evergreen herb is used as a warming remedy. Either way, this meal is guaranteed to bring a sense of home, hearth and security to all who partake. Just don't forget to remove the rosemary sprigs before serving.

Separate onion slices and place in a layer on bottom of pot. Rinse chicken pieces and place over the onions. Lightly salt and pepper. Stab each potato multiple times with a fork and drop into pot above the chicken. Arrange cubes of squash in gently. Add mushrooms and cover with final layer of green beans. Lightly salt and pepper. Tuck sprigs of rosemary into crevices. Cover and bake for 45 minutes, or until 3 minutes after the aroma wafts from the oven.

Tips
If using larger potatoes, cut into 1 1/2" cubes to be sure they cook through. The smaller the cubes, the more thoroughly they will cook. To prepare acorn squash, cut off the top and bottom ends. Then, scoop seeds and strings out with a spoon. Cut into wedges and peel gently. Or cook with peel on as the peel will remove easily with a fork once cooked. The deep orange of this squash boosts your vitamin A and C intake.