This savory or sweet dish is a fun way to incorporate some fresh spinach and apples, which are available at farmers markets in fall and winter. Spinach is a nutrient-rich leafy green packed with iron, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin K supporting strong blood, bones, immunity, and healthy eyes. Spinach is also high in
Though apples are intwined in American cultural identity (Johnny Appleseed, “American as apple pie”), they are not native to the United States. The earliest apples were likely grown in Central Asia thousands of years ago and spread through Europe and the Americas via trade routes. Apples are an important crop in Western North Carolina, particularly
While sweet potatoes are typically available year round, we’re starting to see more vendors bring the root crop to markets as we make our way into fall! The mild, sweet flavor of this vegetable pairs wonderfully with autumnal warming spices like ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves, making it a perfect seasonal comfort food. You can