Eating in season
Recipes using fruits & vegetables when they are at their best.
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November: produce in season
November is the heart of winter squash and root vegetable season. Apples and pears are still available, while cranberries and pomegranates are showing up. Available fruits & vegetables for November will vary based on your location.
Acorn squash
Apples
Brussels sprouts
Butternut squash
Celery
Celery root (celeriac)
Cranberries
Cucumbers
Delicata squash
Figs
Grapefruit
Grapes
Honeynut squash
Kabocha squash
Kiwi
Kumquats
Mandarin oranges
Mushrooms
Parsnips
Pears
Peas
Pomegranates
Pumpkins, butternut & other winter squash
Sugar pumpkins
Sweet potatoes
Fall recipes to try this month:
- Jägerschnitzel (pork schnitzel & mushroom gravy)
- Apple cider braised pork shoulder
- Maple pecan cookies (with real maple syrup)
- Roasted squash seeds (extra crispy!)
See more Fall recipes →
Guides for your garden
Fall recipes
- Fried sage leaves (from the garden)
- Banana pecan muffins (extra nutty!)
- 12 Green bean casserole variations (onion rings, mac & cheese, au gratin...)
- Make-ahead green bean casserole (from scratch)
- Apple cider donuts that taste like apples
- Roasted maitake mushrooms with garlic & herbs
- Split pea soup with ham & (extra) root vegetables
- Cranberry nut bread with toasted pecans
See more Fall recipes →
About The Food Geek
Welcome, I'm Veronica, your resident food geek - experienced recipe developer and gardener.
My goal is to help you enjoy eating at home by knowing what fruits & vegetables are currently in season and the best ways to use them. To do that, I've put together seasonal produce guides and recipes with practical advice.
