8 Delicious Flavors to Enjoy in the Dead of Winter

Because your tastebuds don't have to perish and February dinners don't have to suck. In this episode of "Bri Books," we're discussing what’s in season (and delicious) during deep winter in places like New York, Boston, Atlanta, DC and St. Louis, and Los Angeles. What are you eating? Let me know by reviewing Bri Books on Apple Podcasts, joining the community on Instagram, and show me your office meals (yes, all of them) using #bribooks!

Because your tastebuds don't have to perish and February dinners don't have to suck. In this episode of "Bri Books," we're discussing what’s in season (and delicious) during deep winter in places like New York, Boston, Atlanta, DC and St. Louis, and Los Angeles.  Here's the food you can pick up at your local farmers market (shoutout to GrowNYC Grand Army Plaza Greenmarket, my personal home market) or grocery store.  For a full breakdown of each ingredient and 3 quick winter recipes, learn them on bribookspod.com.  Bri Books Deep Winter Fruit and Veggie Seasonality List: 1.Apples 2. Beets 3. Cabbage 4. Onions 5. Parsnips 6. Turnips 7. Squash 8. Carrots  

Here's the food you can pick up at your local farmers market (shoutout to GrowNYC Grand Army Plaza Greenmarket, my personal home market) or grocery store. 

For a full breakdown of each ingredient and 3 quick winter recipes, learn them on bribookspod.com. 

Bri Books Deep Winter Fruit and Veggie Seasonality List: 8 Delicious Flavors to Enjoy

1. Apple - Nothing like a honking jona gold from Wilklow Orchards or pink lady from Williams Fruit Farms to help you keep it moving. I love spiralizing and roasted apples in the winter for an unexpected dessert, without all the added sugar.

2. Beets - I find golden beets are a great alternative to potatoes. The color is less intense than the traditional ruby red beet, making cleanup much less daunting.

3. Cabbage - Ready to pickle your heart out? Try your hand using cabbage this winter, when the veggie is plentiful across the country.

4. Onions - I believe that winter onions have more depth of flavor than spring ones. Fight me.

5. Parsnips - I’ve been sleeping on parsnips for far too long! Spiralize these babies or chop them into coins, then roast. Aaaaaah.

6. Turnips - Same story as parsnips, I’m afraid. However, I find that turnips (and radishes for that matter) have more water in them, making them ideal for quick sauteing, roasting, or just eating raw.

7. Squash - Well hello, winter squash! I loved it all autumn, so it’s a treat to enjoy it during its namesake season.

8. Carrots - Put some respect on my carrot! Seriously, this veggie can take anything you throw at it. It’s a favorite for everyday meals and makes a standout side dish.

Bri Books Easy Meals to Prepare This Winter

1. Soups - Almost every crop in season right now pairs well with a broth or water-based soup. Over the Christmas holidays, we made and froze at least two gallons of broth. Add carrots, parsnips, turnips, beans, and turnips to the broth to create a hearty stew (bonus points for adding tofu or greens). You can create a meal you’ll eat off of for days at a time! 

2. Apple bakes - I love spiralizing and roasted apples in the winter for an unexpected dessert, without all the added sugar.

3. Veggie bakes - Roasting vegetables is a great way to use heat to bring out new flavor profiles. Adding a bit of spice to your simple roasted vegetables and enjoying a meal is easier than you’d think!

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