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What’s Actually in Season Right Now in the Pacific Northwest (And Why It Matters for Your Kitchen)
Ingredients  /  December 12, 2025
by Scott Stokes

What’s Actually in Season Right Now in the Pacific Northwest (And Why It Matters for Your Kitchen)

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  • Raspberry Chocolate Mille-Feuille with Mascarpone Cream

    Raspberry Chocolate Mille-Feuille with Mascarpone Cream

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    Baked Brie with Fig and Prosciutto Jam served with Crostini

  • Strawberry Kiwi Lemonade with Ripe Strawberries, Tropical Kiwi, and Zesty Lemon

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Did You Know?

Ingredient Pairings

Cinnamon and apples create a warm and comforting combination. The sweet and spicy flavor of cinnamon enhances the natural sweetness of apples, making it a popular choice for desserts, oatmeal, and baked goods.

Food Facts

Chocolate comes from the seeds of the cacao tree. The scientific name for the cacao tree is Theobroma cacao, which translates to 'food of the gods'.

Cooking Tips

To prevent garlic from burning and becoming bitter, add it to the pan towards the end of the sautéing process or cook it on low heat.

Ingredient Spotlight

Pumpkin is a fall favorite known for its sweet, earthy flavor and vibrant orange color. It can be used in both sweet and savory dishes, such as pies, soups, roasted vegetables, and desserts.

Foraging Facts

Spring is an excellent time for foraging wild greens like dandelion greens, wild garlic, and stinging nettle. These nutrient-rich greens can be used in salads, sautés, or even blended into pesto.

Baking Hacks

To easily remove cake crumbs or excess flour from a finished cake, use a clean makeup brush to brush them away. The soft bristles are gentle and effective for this purpose.

Culinary Terms

Sous vide is a cooking technique where food is vacuum-sealed in a plastic pouch and cooked in a water bath at a precisely controlled temperature. It allows for precise cooking and retention of moisture and flavors.

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