Fall Produce - What's in Season?

​POTATOES

Everyone's favourite vegetable is in season for fall. Potatoes are a wonder veggie as far as I'm concerned. They're so neutral, you can literally pair them with anything and you know it's going to be good. Au gratin, scalloped, baked, roasted, fried, ugh, what version ISN'T utter perfection? What to do with your bounty of potatoes? Why not try one of the recipes I've shared below?

SKILLET MOUSSAKA

AU GRATIN POTATOES

POTATO LASAGNA

AU GRATIN POTATOES
www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/tradish-au-gratin-potatoes
SKILLET MOUSSAKA
www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/skillet-moussaka
POTATO LASAGNA
www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/potato-lasagna

Au gratin potatoes are the OG potato side dish. Creamy, rich, decadent, and friggen delicious. My potato lasagna is everything you love about tradish lasagna but with taters instead of noodles. It's utterly delicious and makes great use of those fall potatoes. Lastly, my skillet moussaka recipe features some roasted taters that help form beautiful layers in this moussaka recipe. Plus, anything with bechamel is pretty much guaranteed to be a good time.

CRUCIFEROUS VEG

Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, and brussel sprouts, are all at their peak in the fall. This collection of veggies are such fall vibes and can be used to make a variety of recipes. Broccoli and cauliflower are perfect for soups, casseroles, stews, and everything in between. Brussel sprouts are one of my absolute favourite veggies. I love them roasted, smashed, or folded in to a creamy mac and cheese for an added veggie boost. Chekc out some of the below recipes for some cruciferous inspo!

CAULIFLOWER VEGGIE CASSEROLE

SPICY PESTO SMASHED BRUSSEL SPROUTS

BROCCOLI CHEDDAR LOADED BAKED POTATO

BROCCOLI CHED POTATO
www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/cheesy-broccoli-baked-potato
SPICY PESTO SPROUTS
​www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/spicy-red-pesto-smashed-brussel-sprouts
CAULI CASSEROLE
www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/cauliflower-veggie-casserole

Cruciferous veggies are wonderful and can be used in so many different ways. First up. a loaded baked potato stuffed with a cheddary sauce and tender broccoli. A classic pairing. Next, the very best brussel sprouts you'll ever have, I guarantee it. Roasted until tender, smashed, and smothered in a spicy red pesto. Finally, a comforting casserole full of veggies, a creamy sauce made from cauliflower, and a crispy crumb topping. Delish!

PEPPERS

Peppers are typically available year round but they're at their peak in the fall. This just means you'll find that they aren't quite as expensive as they normally would be. Peppers are great for so many dishes and can be used so many ways. You can roast them, stuff them, and add them to soups, stews, and chilis. They're incredibly versatile and nutritious as well! Check out some of the recipes below that let peppers shine!

POTATO HASH SKILLET

ROASTED RED PEPPER SCALLOPED POTATOES

LASAGNA STUFFED PEPPERS

LASAGNA STUFFED PEPPERS
www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/lasagna-stuffed-peppers
ROASTED RED PEPPER SCALLOPED POTATOES
www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/roasted-red-pepper-scalloped-potatoes
POTATO HASH SKILLET
www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/potato-hash-skillet

First up, a brunchy hash skillet full of veggies. The peppers might only be a supporting character, but they're still delicious. Second, lasagna stuffed peppers; the lower carb bestie of tradish lasagna. Don't get it twisted, this lasagna pepper is still every bit as delicious as you'd hope. Layers of meaty, vegetarian tomato sauce, tender lasagna noodles, and creamy ricotta filling. Finally, it's an oldie but a goodie! Scalloped potatoes are such a classic side dish for my family. I have fond memories of scalloped or au gratin potatoes at the dinner table. This one features a roasted red pepper twist which gives it a touch of sweetness and a welcome depth of flavour.

EGGPLANT

To be honest y'all, eggplants are NOT my favourite vegetable. I'm very big into texture when it comes to food, and eggplants simply lack any texture whatsoever. However, I do enjoy them when they're cooked perfectly and often times, with a crispy crust. Here's some eggplant inspo below. For the record, if I'm sharing an eggplant recipe after what I've told you about them, please know it's delish and even if you hate them...you'll love it!

EGGPLANT ROLLUPS
https://www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/eggplant-rollups
SATARAS
www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/sataras

​Eggplant rollups are the real deal y'all. Stuffed with a creamy ricotta filling and smothered in a peppery sauce, seriously delish. Sataras is a dish I learned about from working at the restaurant. Basically, it's a stew of tomatoes, peppers, and onions. We served ours with crispy, fried eggplant so I did too. It's unique but absolutely delish. You'll for sure be adding this to the menu!

NOTABLE MENTIONS

• CARROTS
  
• LEEKS
  
• CRANBERRIES
  
• APPLES
• PLUMS
• PARSNIPS

HAPPY VEG