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Winter

December 1 – February 28

Winter cooking leans into warmth and depth: slow braises, roasts, and simmering soups that fill the kitchen with cozy aromas. Root vegetables, hardy greens, mushrooms, cabbage, dried beans, and grains shine, while citrus adds welcome brightness to cut rich sauces and stews. Think batch-friendly pots, stock-making weekends, and oven-on strategies that heat the house while dinner cooks. Use roasting to concentrate sweetness in carrots and squash, and finish heavy dishes with lemon zest, parsley, or vinegar for lift. Keep a well-stocked pantry of broths, canned tomatoes, and legumes to turn simple ingredients into satisfying meals.

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