Cooking with seasonal ingredients not only supports local farmers and sustainable agriculture practices, but it also allows you to create meals that are fresh and flavorful. Each season offers its own unique bounty of fruits, vegetables, and herbs, and pairing them with the right spices and flavors can elevate your dishes to new heights. In this guide, Castle Foods will provide tips and recipe ideas for cooking with seasonal ingredients.

Spring:

As the weather starts to warm up, spring brings an abundance of fresh greens, peas, and herbs. To complement these flavors, use light and fresh spices such as lemon, dill, and mint. Try adding Castle Foods’ Lemon Pepper Seasoning to roasted asparagus, or use dill and garlic to season fresh peas.

Summer:

Summer is the time for juicy, ripe fruits and colorful vegetables. Berries, tomatoes, and corn are just a few of the ingredients that shine in the summer months. Use bold and flavorful spices such as cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder to create dishes with a kick. Try Castle Foods’ Cajun Seasoning on grilled corn on the cob, or use smoked paprika and cumin to season a tomato and cucumber salad.

Fall:

Fall is the season of hearty root vegetables, squash, and warm spices. Cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves are classic fall flavors that pair well with roasted butternut squash, sweet potatoes, and apples. Try Castle Foods’ Cinnamon Ground and Fancy Paprika to season roasted acorn squash, or use cloves and nutmeg to spice up an apple pie.

Winter:

Winter brings cold weather and hearty stews, casseroles, and roasts. Warm spices such as ginger, cumin, and turmeric are perfect for adding flavor and depth to these dishes. Try using Castle Foods’ Ginger Powder and Turmeric Ground to season a hearty lentil soup, or use cumin and coriander to season roasted root vegetables.

In addition to these tips, Castle Foods also offers custom spice blending services. If you have a specific seasonal dish in mind, our team can create a custom blend tailored to your tastes and preferences. Contact us to learn more about our custom blending services.

Cooking with seasonal ingredients and the right spices can transform your meals into something truly special. With these tips and recipe ideas from Castle Foods, you’ll be able to create delicious dishes that showcase the best flavors of each season.