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Getting The Most Out Of Fall Produce

As the summer months die down and the weather begins to get cooler and breezier, a noticeable shift in our diet occurs. This is because many fresh fruits and vegetables are only at their absolute best and ripest during the autumn months of each year. The good news to be had about the arrival of fall, and fall produce, is that many foods that are related to this particular time of year are incredibly fresh and healthy for the body in a variety of ways, providing many essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals that your body needs in order to thrive. Of course, the availability of all types of foods does tend to vary a little bit depending on where you live, but for the most part, we can all expect a greater amount of root vegetables and fruits to add into our favorite meals throughout the fall season. I recently came across an informative article post by Everyday Health that reveals the best fruits and vegetables to take advantage of eating during the fall season; here is what I learned.

Interestingly and surprisingly enough, there are still some classic summer fruits that can make a sort of encore appearance when it comes to fall recipes. Blueberries, for example, still often tend to ripe and ready to eat even as the temperature gets cooler. Try turning them into a compote for a twist on classic cranberry sauces; you may want to consider freezing a large batch of blueberries so that they are readily available to your throughout the winter.

However, apples and pears are the true fruits of the season. You can add these to meals all throughout the day, including everything from oatmeal for breakfast, to salads for lunch, to tarts after dinner. These fruits also tend to keep very well in room temperature environments, so keep them on your counter for easy access.

When it comes to heartier foods, turn to produce including squash, pumpkin (of course!), parsnips, and sweet potatoes. While some of these foods do tend to be available all year round, it is truly safe to say that they are at their peak during the fall season. This is partly because, especially in the case of parsnips, the cold weather actually slightly changes the flavor of these foods, which many people agree ends up being more palatable to them. You can substitute these ingredients for potatoes for an equally starchy yet less heavy meal.


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