Mabon: Embrace Balance and Gratitude

This spell calls upon the energy of Mabon to bring balance and harmony into your life.

Ingredients:

• White candle
• Black candle
• Selenite crystal
• Piece of paper and pen

Instructions:

1. Prepare Your Space: Cleanse your space with sage or another cleansing method.
2. Light the Candles: Place the white candle on one side of your altar and the black candle on the other side. Light both candles.
3. Hold the Selenite: Hold the selenite crystal in your hand and visualize balance and harmony filling your life.
4. Write Your Intentions: On the piece of paper, write down areas of your life where you seek balance and harmony.
5. Recite the Spell:"Light and dark, day and night, Balance reigns, all is right. By candle flame and crystal’s gleam, Harmony flows, a balanced dream."
6. Burn the Paper: Safely burn the paper in the flame of the black candle, releasing your intentions to the universe.
7. Close the Ritual: Thank the elements and extinguish the candles.

This spell blesses your home with the abundance and warmth of the Mabon season.

Ingredients:

• Yellow candle
• Fresh herbs (such as basil, thyme, and rosemary)
• A small bowl of water
• Clear quartz crystal

Instructions:

1. Prepare Your Space: Cleanse your space with sage or another cleansing method.
2. Light the Yellow Candle: Yellow symbolizes warmth and abundance. Focus on your intention.
3. Arrange Fresh Herbs: Place the fresh herbs around the candle.
4. Hold the Clear Quartz: Hold the clear quartz crystal in your hand and visualize your home filled with warmth and abundance.
5. Sprinkle Water: Sprinkle a few drops of water around your home to symbolize the blessing.
6. Recite the Spell:"Mabon’s harvest, blessings flow, Warmth and abundance, may they grow. Herbs and flame, crystal’s light, Bless this home, day and night."
7. Close the Ritual: Thank the elements and extinguish the candle.

This spell harnesses the transformative energy of Mabon to help you let go of what no longer serves you.

Ingredients:

• Brown candle
• Dried leaves
• Amethyst crystal
• Piece of paper and pen

Instructions:

1. Prepare Your Space: Cleanse your space with sage or another cleansing method.
2. Light the Brown Candle: Brown symbolizes grounding and transformation. Focus on your intention.
3. Place Dried Leaves: Arrange the dried leaves around the candle.
4. Hold the Amethyst: Hold the amethyst crystal in your hand and visualize letting go of what no longer serves you.
5. Write Your Release: On the piece of paper, write down what you want to release and transform.
6. Recite the Spell:"Mabon’s change, leaves do fall, Letting go, I release it all. With flame and stone, I transform, Embrace the new, reborn."
7. Burn the Paper: Safely burn the paper in the candle flame, releasing your intentions to the universe.
8. Close the Ritual: Thank the elements and extinguish the candle. Scatter the ashes of the paper outside, allowing the wind to carry them away.

A comforting and hearty soup that captures the flavors of autumn.

Ingredients:

• 1 large butternut squash, peeled and cubed
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil

Instructions:

1. Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add Squash: Add the butternut squash cubes to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the vegetable broth. Add the dried thyme and ground nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Simmer: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the squash is tender.
5. Blend: Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender and blend until smooth.
6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a sprinkle of ground nutmeg and fresh thyme leaves. Serve hot with crusty bread for a comforting Mabon meal.

A classic autumn dessert that highlights the flavors of ripe apples.

Ingredients:

• 6 cups apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup cold butter, cut into small pieces

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. Prepare the Apples: In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well coated. Transfer the apple mixture to the prepared baking dish.
3. Make the Crumble Topping: In another bowl, combine the flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, and cold butter pieces. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to mix until crumbly.
4. Top the Apples: Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the apples in the baking dish.
5. Bake: Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the apples are tender.
6. Serve: Allow the apple crisp to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a delicious Mabon dessert.

A nutritious and colorful salad that celebrates the grains and vegetables of the harvest season.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa or farro
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 apple, chopped
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook the Grains: In a medium pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the quinoa or farro, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the grains are cooked and the liquid is absorbed (about 15 minutes for quinoa or 30 minutes for farro). Fluff with a fork and let cool.
2. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked grains, chopped apple, dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, and crumbled feta cheese.
3. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
4. Toss the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
5. Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving dish and enjoy as a refreshing and hearty addition to your Mabon meal.