Trish Mulvaney

When I think of Fall, I visualize bonfires, leaves changing colors, people wearing hoodies, and of course, pumpkins and hay bales decorating front yards and porches. Pumpkins play a key role in the fall experience. From décor and trick-or-treat buckets to serving dishes and meals, they seem to be everywhere this time of year. Despite their popularity, many people overlook pumpkins as a food ingredient, often limiting them to a latte flavor or pie filling. In all reality, this versatile...

Let's dig into one of Fall’s best-kept secrets: root vegetables. These underground superstars are packed with nutrition, hearty flavor, and budget-friendly versatility. They're a natural choice for families looking to stretch their food dollars while enjoying seasonal produce at its best. Root vegetables are those garden favorites that grow underground and don’t look like much above ground. These guys come in all sorts of colors and sizes, including potatoes, carrots, beets, turnips,...