Eating seasonally in fall is a mash-up of summer crops and cool weather favorites such as broccoli, pumpkins, apples, and persimmons. There is a huge variety to be found in autumn fruits and vegetables. The bright sun and crisp, cool air of fall signals the end of harvest season in many places. However, fresh and …
Raspberries are hands down my favorite -whether I buy them in the store or am foraging for the small wild ones that grow in my backyard. The season always seems to go by so fast though. There are several choices when it comes to preserving these pretty red berries (freezing, dehydrating, etc), but I’m a …
Eating foods in their season is a great way to eat local, save money, and take advantage of the most delicious produce. Eating seasonally in summer is probably the easiest of all the seasons merely because of the sheer volume of fresh foods. When to Find Summer Seasonal Foods? When summer begins and ends is …
Ah, Spring. When the world comes back to life. And the best part? All those fresh fruits and veggies! Eating Seasonally in the Spring is the best! Eating seasonally not only ensures the freshest and ripest food, but it also saves money too! Pay attention to your local grocery stores and farmers’ markets. When certain …
Try a new recipe during the holidays this year. Who knows, these easy side dishes could start a new family tradition that you’ll want to make all year. Many families have food traditions around the holidays, and it comforts us to bring those traditions forward for the next generations. Often, we find that side dish …
Cranberries are essential to a holiday meal. They are a great accompaniment to turkey, duck, goose, and other fowl, as well as beef or pork roasts. That tang from a side of cranberries cleanses the palette and cuts through the fat. Cooking with fresh cranberries is actually pretty easy, and the end result is a …
Cranberry pear spoon cake is easier to make than a boxed cake mix and highlights winter fruits for a simple, seasonal dessert. Use fresh fruit for this tasty dish or hit your pantry for preserved versions to make the most of your stock. Fruit Choices Fresh or frozen cranberries will work just fine. If using …
Organic pumpkin puree can be pricey. Whole organic pumpkins and other local winter squash can often be found for a deal this time of year. Thankfully, learning how to make pumpkin puree from scratch is easy. This basic process is relatively hands-off and results in a yummy puree to begin many sweet and savory dishes alike. …
Official pumpkin spice season might be limited to October, which is a shame because pumpkin spice can be enjoyed all year long. With these pumpkin spice recipes, you can enjoy the warming spices of fall whenever you need a little bit of comfort and coziness. Make your own Pumpkin Spice While you can certainly buy pumpkin …
Rhubarb is one of the most reliable plants in the garden. A true perennial that comes back year after year in zones 3–8 with almost no fuss. The challenge isn’t growing it. It’s keeping up with it. When your rhubarb patch is producing faster than you can use it fresh, knowing how to preserve and …