Six Seasonal Recipes To Welcome Fall at the Farmers Markets
As the weather cools and fall produce starts filling farmers market tables, it’s the perfect time to bring seasonal ingredients into the kitchen. From sweet potatoes and winter squash to kale and carrots, these recipes make the most of fall flavors, with cozy options for dinner, sides, and dessert. We’ve rounded up some of our favorites from the FRESHFARM recipe collection to help you make the most of this cool-weather bounty.
Cornbread
A warm skillet of cornbread made with local cornmeal from the Mid-Atlantic Grain Stand is a welcome addition to the fall table, whether you’re serving it alongside soup, chili, or a hearty vegetable dish. This slightly sweet version can be made with honey or maple syrup, with the option of adding fresh or frozen sweet corn.
Sweet Potato Biscuits
Sweet potatoes bring a subtle sweetness and tender texture to these homemade biscuits, making them a cozy addition to any fall meal. Serve this FoodPrints favorite warm with butter for breakfast or alongside your favorite soup or stew.
Roasted Winter Squash Soup With White Beans
Winter squash, apples, ginger, and warming spices come together in this creamy soup, with white beans adding protein and substance. Try it with your favorite variety of winter squash, from butternut to kabocha or acorn.
Kale Caesar Salad
When cooler weather arrives, hearty kale makes a great base for a Caesar salad that can hold up to a rich, lemony dressing and crunchy homemade croutons. It’s a simple way to put fall’s abundant leafy greens to work.
Butternut Squash & Potato Mash
Give classic mashed potatoes a fall update by folding in sweet, creamy butternut squash. Butter, garlic, and a splash of cream make this mash a rich side dish for a chilly-weather meal. Pro tip: save this recipe for your Thanksgiving spread!
Carrot Spice Cake
This warmly spiced cake turns a few ingredients, including fresh carrots, raisins, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, into a cozy fall dessert. Serve it on its own or top it with cream cheese frosting for a little extra richness.
