Seasonal Produce
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What's ripening when — produce calendars, peak-season cooking, and the regional variations that change what counts as in-season from one state to the next.
What is broccoli and how to cook it
Broccoli is one of the most useful vegetables to know because it can be roasted, steamed, sauteed, stir-fried, and eaten raw with very little fuss.
What is cauliflower and how to cook it
Cauliflower is a mild brassica that takes on seasoning well and works in everything from simple roasting to soup and mash. Its strength is flexibility.
What is corn and how to cook it
Fresh corn is sweet, juicy, and easy to cook when you stop treating it like a special-event vegetable. It works on the cob, off the cob, and in a range of simple summer meals.
What is cucumber and how to use it
Cucumber is one of the simplest fresh vegetables to use because it needs so little cooking and pairs with almost everything. The key is knowing when to keep it raw and when to pickle or blend it.
What is garlic and how to use it
Garlic is one of the most foundational ingredients in everyday cooking because it adds depth quickly without requiring much volume. Once you know the difference between raw, sauteed, roasted, and grated garlic, it becomes easier to use with confidence.
What is kale and how to cook it
Kale is a sturdy leafy green that holds up well to both cooking and hearty salads. Once you know how to handle the leaves and stems, it becomes one of the easiest greens to keep using.
What is lettuce? Types explained
Lettuce is not just one thing. Different lettuce types bring different texture, bitterness, sweetness, and durability to the bowl.
What is onion and how to use it
Onions are one of the most useful vegetables in the kitchen because they work as both a base ingredient and a finished component. Learning a few onion styles makes everyday cooking much easier.
What is spinach and how to use it
Spinach is a tender green that can move from raw salads to quick-cooked meals without much effort. Its mild flavor makes it one of the easiest greens to fold into daily cooking.
What is squash? Types and uses
Squash is a broad category that covers both tender summer squash and dense winter squash. The easiest way to understand it is to split those two groups apart.
What is sweet potato and how to use it
Sweet potatoes are starchy, naturally sweet roots that work in both savory and sweet cooking. They are one of the easiest ingredients to meal-prep because they roast and reheat well.
What is zucchini and how to use it
Zucchini is one of the most flexible vegetables of summer because it cooks quickly, works with many flavors, and fits both simple sides and full meals.