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myLot reputation of 99/100. PeacefulWmn9 (2513)   ranked 164 out of 11,159 in cooking3 weeks ago

happy It is fall where I live in the US, and soon to be winter. Since it gets cold here during this time of year, and since a different variety of produce is now in season, I tend to cook differently. I love to make homemade soups and stews this time of year, or chili...not things I normally make during hotter weather.

Winter squash, turnips, yams, citrus fruits and such are now among the freshest "in season" foods available, so I also use these now. I also bake more, as the oven heat is welcome this time of year, but not in the summer time.

How about you? Each country or area has season changes, even if the temperatures don't vary that much, as they do here. Do you tend to cook differently according to the time of year? If so, how?

Karen

 
 
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1. myLot reputation of 94/100. marguicha (3446)   ranked 126 out of 11,159 in cooking   3 weeks ago

In my country we are in Spring. It is the time to start buying a lot of veggies cheaper than in Winter. I don´t buy expensive out of season veggies or fruit but freeze them at the right time of the year.
When it´s cold I love soups and creams. Frozen veggies come on handy for that. Many times I just throw in a pot handfulls of different frozen veggies, a frozen broth and after they are cooked I put them in the blender and add cream.
When it´s warm and sunny, I prefer salads and veggies cooked in olive oil with bread for starters. Sometimes I also make a cold soup, like a gazpacho.
Happy posting!happy


myLot reputation of 99/100. PeacefulWmn9 (2513)   ranked 164 out of 11,159 in cooking  3 weeks ago

happy Hello Marguicha. Ah, I love spring, and yes, all the fresh produce that comes with the season, and like you, I tuck some away in the freezer for off season use. It does save money to buy seasonally.

Your creamed veggies or salads and bread sound delicious, and so does the Gazpacho.

Happy posting to you, as well:)thumbupthumbup

Karen

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2. myLot reputation of 85/100. Hatley (20056)   ranked 535 out of 11,159 in cooking   3 weeks ago

happyhappyhappyhi peacefulwmn9 when I was still in an apartment I always made more soup, had more roasts, and cooked squash and pumpkins too. also I really went to town on chili con carne, and spaghetti of course spaghetti I love so much I made ityear around, I cooked for myself as my son was working odd hours and ate at work. here in Ca we dontreally have a very cold winter except for a few 'weeksin January and February when the nights do get down in the forties


myLot reputation of 99/100. PeacefulWmn9 (2513)   ranked 164 out of 11,159 in cooking  3 weeks ago

happy Hi there, Hatley:) Your choices sound very much like my own, only I forgot to mention spaghetti. I make the sauce myself, and enjoy it year round, like you did.

I have relatives in CA, and like you, they don't get much cold in the winter, and it only snows on the mountains. They're from MI, like I am, and miss the snow at Christmas time. I'm always happy when they come to visit, whatever time of the year it is. thumbup

Have a nice night, and dream sweet. sleep

Karen

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3. myLot reputation of 97/100. msfrancisco9369 (1659)   ranked 1,648 out of 11,159 in cooking   3 weeks ago

Yes, cooking varies and goes with the season. Here in our country we only have two seasons-- the rainy/wet and the hot/dry seasons.

During summer we used to prepare anything cold to quench thirst and refresh us and when it's rainy season-- somehow cold weather for us we prepare something that is hot--soup, dishes with coconut milk, spicy, carbo and fats.


myLot reputation of 99/100. PeacefulWmn9 (2513)   ranked 164 out of 11,159 in cooking  3 weeks ago

happy Hello my friend:) Nice to see you!

We get our rainy seasons fall and spring, but I do love the first winter snows, and the summer heat, too!

Basically, though, you cook much as we here do...cold light things for hot weather, and more sustaining warm dishes in the cold months.

Enjoy you day. thumbup

Karen


myLot reputation of 97/100. msfrancisco9369 (1659)   ranked 1,648 out of 11,159 in cooking  3 weeks ago

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4. myLot reputation of 82/100. reeyan (422)   ranked 11,057 out of 11,159 in cooking   3 weeks ago

thumbupHI PeacefulWmn9thumbup


My father said that we should eat at least minimum amount of all the food product an the fruits produced in that particular (season Seasonal food). He said that there are some element ( minerals, protein etc.)which is most importance to enrich our resistance of the body to survive in that particular season. Seasonal food ( fruits, herbs and other foods)have very effective role on our body and it Fill up the utmost necessity of our body. As food are generally comes out from such plant (in case of plant and herbal product)that can produce the food for themselves, so they have the capacity to acquire according to needs of the season. And so seasonal food is the best for our body too. Human are experimental....They now preserve winter season food to eat in summer...spring season food to eat in rainy Now we are habituate and passionate to eat non seasonal food . We feel proudly to eat and think it is aristocracy. But I think it is harmful then to helpful. There are scientific analysis of my this statement but ....I think I should not go for that here.

At the end I just appreciate your discussion to make aware of eating according to the season.


Thanks. happy


myLot reputation of 82/100. reeyan (422)   ranked 11,057 out of 11,159 in cooking  3 weeks ago

In addition the cooking process necessarily vary with the needed preparation and process depend on the food.


myLot reputation of 99/100. PeacefulWmn9 (2513)   ranked 164 out of 11,159 in cooking  3 weeks ago

happy Hello Reeyan. Your father spoke wisely. Variety in our food, and enjoying whatever fresh things are in season, makes for healthier living and greater pleasure to our taste buds.

Many people in the US also freeze or can food to be eaten off season as a treat and as a way to cut expenses. It comes from our gardens or from farmer's markets and produce aisles.

Food is a pleasure and necessary for life thumbup

Karen

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5. myLot reputation of 96/100. RobsWife10706 (977)   ranked 3,009 out of 11,159 in cooking   3 weeks ago

I'd say it does a little bit. In the colder months I tend to make more soups, pasta dishes, stews & so on. There is nothing like a hot bowl of soup or stew when it's cold outside.


myLot reputation of 99/100. PeacefulWmn9 (2513)   ranked 164 out of 11,159 in cooking  3 weeks ago

happy Hello to you. Your cooking varies with the temperatures and seasons much as mine does. And you're right, nothing warms us like hot soups and stews in cold weather. Pair them with some corn muffins or grainy bread, and the meal is complete.

Thank you for sharing your input. thumbup

Karen

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6. myLot reputation of 96/100. peavey (3727)   ranked 44 out of 11,159 in cooking   3 weeks ago

Yes, I do like you do. Not only are there different things in season, it seems like different things taste better at different times of the year. I don't eat as many salads in the fall and winter as I do in the spring and summer. Squash, home made bread, soup, stew and other heavier meals taste better when it's cold. I cook quite a bit differently when the season changes.


myLot reputation of 99/100. PeacefulWmn9 (2513)   ranked 164 out of 11,159 in cooking  3 weeks ago

happy Hi Peavy. I agree, my tastes also vary with the seasons, and I tend to love whatever is seasonal in the produce aisles...cooler lighter things in the summer months, more meaty and hot things when it's cold. happy

Always something new and good to cook and eat as the weather changes:)

Karen

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7. myLot reputation of 98/100. ilyzium (400)   ranked 442 out of 11,159 in cooking   3 weeks ago

You know I will agree that it does to some extent so yes. I do try to buy things that are in season, as they taste best that way. Now that it's winter and getting colder out I think most people tend to crave hearty foods, like soups, chowders, yam fries, chili's. That reminds me because today I stopped in this little cafe for lunch. Well I ordered the chili which was a BAD mistake. I'm used to spicy food and this was BEYOND spicy. Tears were streaming down my face, and my nose was constantly dribbling, that's how hot it was. Ok, sorry had to mention that. Well, I'm like you that I enjoy making pumpkin or squash soups, chili's, chicken pot pie with dumplings, cobblers in the winter. As for baking probably things like shortbread cookies, chocolate zucchini cake. In the summer I tend to barbecue just about every day so we eat chicken, beef, fish barbecued, kebabs, as well as lots of Greek salads, grilled zucchini and peppers. Also rather thank baking in the summer I'll pick up some gelato instead, or even grill pineapple or peaches and serve with ice cream, or just serve fresh berries or watermelon. Thanks a lot Karen, you've made me hungry now!!! lol Enjoy your night.


myLot reputation of 98/100. ilyzium (400)   ranked 442 out of 11,159 in cooking  3 weeks ago

Oh I almost forgot but I'm also making seafood chowders, beef stew with tons of red wine in it, french onion soup, roasted pork loin with port sauce, etc. Yes I am a gourmand and hopefully the family appreciates it.


myLot reputation of 99/100. PeacefulWmn9 (2513)   ranked 164 out of 11,159 in cooking  3 weeks ago

thumbup You ARE a gourmand. Your seasonal choices sound excellent, similar to my own. I had forgotten to mention the cobblers...those and apple crisp. The apples are always great here all winter long.

And yes, in the summertime, lots of grilled foods or fresh chilled fruits really it the spot, and are readily available.

I do love the yams and winter squashes in the winter months, and roasts and stews I love to slow-cook in the crockpot. Now I've made myself hungry, too lol.

Thank you for sharing. thumbupthumbup

Karen

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8. sarikam (19)   ranked 6,922 out of 11,159 in cooking   3 weeks ago

Hi,
I am in India. Here summer, winter and rain are three main seasons. i change the diet my family accordinly.
In winter we need to keep body warm and need energy for this, so eggs, chicken and fat containing food is helpful. and same should be avoid in summer.


myLot reputation of 99/100. PeacefulWmn9 (2513)   ranked 164 out of 11,159 in cooking  3 weeks ago

happyhappy Hi Sarikam. We do similar in the US...the more sustaining foods in the colder months, and lighter eating in the hottest months. I also tend to make more meat dishes in the winter time, but in the summer, I go heavy on fresh fruits and lighter fare:))

Karen

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9. myLot reputation of 93/100. ANTIQUELADY (11077)   ranked 63 out of 11,159 in cooking   3 weeks ago

Being from the us of a i'm right there w/u. karen.


myLot reputation of 99/100. PeacefulWmn9 (2513)   ranked 164 out of 11,159 in cooking  3 weeks ago

thumbup Hello Jo. I thought you might be:)) I can just taste your lovely hearty southern winter dishes now. Yum!

Hope you're having a good day.:)

Karen


myLot reputation of 93/100. ANTIQUELADY (11077)   ranked 63 out of 11,159 in cooking  3 weeks ago

Happy tuesday, Karen. thanks, hope u are having a good day to. getting things together to make a homemade chicken pot pit. Have a neighbor who just had open heart surgery [5 bypasses] so i'm going to take her one. Come see me & i'll make u one to. cool


myLot reputation of 99/100. PeacefulWmn9 (2513)   ranked 164 out of 11,159 in cooking  3 weeks ago

happy What a lovely invitation, and I love homemade chicken pot pie:))

I wish your friend all the best, Jo. Chicken is healing food:)thumbup


myLot reputation of 93/100. ANTIQUELADY (11077)   ranked 63 out of 11,159 in cooking  2 weeks ago

My grandmother felt the same way about chicken. She always thought chicken soup was a cureall for everythng.U have a great day.


myLot reputation of 99/100. PeacefulWmn9 (2513)   ranked 164 out of 11,159 in cooking  4 days ago

thumbup Hi Jo...so sorry for this late response! But those ladies from our past knew what they were talking about, as even scientific research has shown there are indeed healing properties in chicken soup!

Karen


myLot reputation of 93/100. ANTIQUELADY (11077)   ranked 63 out of 11,159 in cooking  3 days ago

No problem. Karen. Hope u are feelong o.k. today. Have a great day.hugs.

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10. robdog156 (15)   ranked 6,924 out of 11,159 in cooking   3 weeks ago

yes


myLot reputation of 99/100. PeacefulWmn9 (2513)   ranked 164 out of 11,159 in cooking  3 weeks ago

happy Hi Robdog. Care to elaborate?

Tell us how you cook or eat differently according to the seasons:)

Karen

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