It’s the end of September, and
the real, calendar-based autumn is here. The big fresh summer taste of
tomatoes, cucumbers, and beans might be fading away (although there still seems
to be plenty of zucchini!), but they’re being replaced with other delicious
wonders. Here are12 late-season favorites from The Messy Apron Archives that I
go to year after year to accommodate changing tastes that come with changing
weather, and make the most of what’s in season.
For me, salads get heartier
in late September. Here are 3 that feature seasonal ingredients like apples,
spinach, cabbage, and cauliflower.
Crunchy Cabbage, Cauliflower, and Apple Salad (pictured above)
While cool salads are still
welcome, warmer, comforting dishes are becoming more so as well. Here are 4
warm dishes, including quick pan-cooked meals and savory tarts that help make
late-season greens, bell peppers, and potatoes into delicious meals.
Chard Tart with Feta Cheese and Olives (pictured above)
This time of year tends to be
a busy one for me, so complex breakfasts have to wait for weekends off. This
one is worth the time it takes to put together, especially since the leftovers
provide breakfast for a couple more days.
Don’t forget seasonal fruit
desserts! While all of the desserts and snacks in this list of apple recipes
are delicious choices, the 3 listed below are on my mind right now. Plums and
grapes deserve a mention this time of year, too.
Apple and Cranberry Crisp
(with or without the cranberries)
Plum and Grape Galette with Almonds (pictured above)
Apples, pears, cabbage, greens,
peppers, plums, and grapes are the centers of my meals and other eating
experiences in late September. I’m enjoying them all while I can, because
winter squash and hard-core comfort foods will demand my attention soon!
Enjoy!
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