Farmer’s Market Fresh: Recipes Featuring October’s Best Produce


Hello, friends!

The markets are at their best right now — baskets of pears and apples, squash in every color, and that unmistakable crispness in the air that makes you want to slow down and cook something warm. It’s the kind of season that fills your kitchen with cozy aromas and a little extra magic.

Here are a few Maplevine Kitchen favorites that highlight October’s harvest — perfect for dinner parties, fall gatherings, or just a cozy night in.

What’s Cooking This Month:

Fall Harvest Chili with Squash and Sweet Potato – A hearty, one-pot chili brimming with fall veggies and warm spices — the perfect comfort food for chilly evenings.

Apple Arugula Salad with Cheddar and Pecans – Crisp apples, peppery arugula, sharp cheddar, dried cranberries, and glazed pecans tossed in a simple apple cider vinaigrette — the ultimate fall salad.

Crispy Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Fall Spices – Perfectly golden with a caramelized edge and just the right blend of cozy fall flavor — a simple side that goes with everything.

Roasted Carnival Squash with Maple Ginger Glaze – Sweet, nutty carnival squash roasted until tender, then coated in a glossy maple-ginger glaze that tastes like autumn in every bite.

Baked Brie with Spiced Pears and Rosemary Honey – Warm, melty brie topped with caramelized spiced pears and a drizzle of rosemary-infused honey. Elegant, easy, and sure to steal the show at your next gathering.

Whether you’re cooking from your CSA box or stocking up at your local market, I hope these recipes bring a little warmth, color, and coziness to your kitchen this October.

Happy cooking!

P.S. If you try any of these, I’d love to know what you think! Leave a comment and rating on the blog—your feedback means so much to me and helps others discover new favorites too. 😊

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