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Category: Always in Season Recipes

Recipes created using California Grown ingredients that are always in season.

The Best Savory Dried Fruit Recipes

Savory dried fruit recipes are all the rage. If you're not already adding dried fruit to savory dishes, you should be! It's no secret that we're huge fans of dried fruit. Obviously, dried fruit...

Easy and Delicious Homemade Walnut Crackers

If you're dreaming of what to put on your next cheeseboard, these homemade crackers will are the perfect vehicle for creamy slices of cheese. Infused with California Grown Walnuts and olive oil,...

Our Favorite Crispy Cauliflower Recipe To Make With Honey

Sometimes, a dish comes along that smacks tradition upside the head and makes you question everything you thought you knew about food. Why didn’t I try this sooner? That’s our Honey Walnut...

An Easy Slow Cooker Chili Recipe For Hectic Weeknights

Let’s be honest: life can get crazy. Between juggling work deadlines, shuttling kids to activities, and trying to find a moment to breathe, dinner often ends up as an afterthought. But what if I...

The Bean Book’s Roasted Cabbage Recipe with Heirloom Beans

When it comes to celebrating the humble yet extraordinary bean, Steve Sando of Rancho Gordo is a name that rings loud and clear. In The Bean Book: 100 Recipes for Cooking with All Kinds of Beans,...

A Delicious Vegetable and Sheet Pan Gnocchi Recipe

You’ve had those nights—we all have—when cooking feels like a chore, not a joy. Enter this Vegetable and Sheet Pan Gnocchi recipe: a no-nonsense, flavor-packed solution to your weeknight woes....

Beyond Chicken: Delicious Poultry Recipes to Try

Chicken may be the go-to poultry for most home cooks, but there’s a whole world of flavorful birds waiting to be explored. From the tender richness of capon to the decadent succulence of duck,...

DIY Dry Soup Mixes for Holiday Gifting

The holiday season is just around the corner, and if you're anything like me, you're probably already thinking about gift-giving. There's nothing quite like a homemade present to show friends and...

Erin Alderson’s Brothy Beans with Tomato + Miso

A comforting, plant-based recipe featuring tender brothy beans in a rich tomato-miso broth. This simple, flavorful dish is perfect for cozy meals, served with crusty bread for dipping. Ready in...

Vegetable and Protein-Packed Savory Cottage Cheese Bowls

Who says cottage cheese bowls should only be topped with sweet, fruit-filled toppings? If you're looking for a savory twist on a classic, protein-packed snack or meal, you're in the right place....

An Easy Hors D’oeuvre Recipe for Entertaining

When it comes to entertaining, there's nothing quite like serving a delicious hors d'oeuvre to kick off the festivities. But let's face it—finding the perfect recipe that’s both impressive and...

An Irresistible Recipe for Fig and Mandarin Focaccia

This focaccia has it all: bright citrus, sweet dried figs, aromatic herbs, a tender crumb, and a super crispy outer edge. It’s all four seasons rolled into one delectable bite–all thanks to the...

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