Autumn is a wonderful season ...

Autumn

'Every leaf speaks bliss to me,

fluttering from the Autumn tree

Emily Bronte

There are two different dates when Autumn could be said to begin. Autumn, as defined by the Earth's orbit around the Sun, begins on the equinox which falls on 22 or 23 September. This year 2023, Autumn begins on 23rd September and lasts until 22nd December. However, to record climate data, it is important to have set dates that can be compared, so meteorological autumn always begins on the 1st of September.

I thought for this post I'd have a play on the letters that make up AUTUMN, and choose a food from each! I wonder would these have been your choices? Read on and have a look!

A is for Apple and a delicious low carb Apple Crumble

Autumn is definitely the right season for delicious apple crumble, and many will use the more traditional recipe, but there is a lower carb alternative, as shown in this photograph, please read more details and see the recipe here

U is for Ugli Fruit

Ugli fruit is a unique citrus hybrid grown in the Caribbean. And unlike other citrus fruits, ugli has thick, bumpy, and wrinkly yellow-green skin. Once you peel into it, you’ll be greeted with juicy segments that’re bursting with flavour. It tastes sweet and tangy, like a cross between an orange, grapefruit, and tangerine. Not only is it delicious, but it boasts nutritional benefits as well – with plenty of Vitamin C, potassium, and fibre.

T is for Tomato Soup

Autumn is a wonderful season for soups and this recipe suggestion is for a fresh and simple tomato soup with the welcome addition of onions, carrot and celery. Please see more details/recipe here

U is for Upland Cress

Upland cress, also known as land cress or American cress, is a leafy green vegetable that is closely related to watercress. It has a tangy and slightly peppery flavour that is often described as more intense than that of watercress. Upland cress has small, oval-shaped leaves that grow in a rosette pattern, and its stems are thin and tender. It is a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as calcium, iron, and potassium. Above image from here

M is for Mushrooms

There are many different varieties of mushrooms, including those that can be picked in the wild, as well as cultivated mushrooms that are generally sold as buttons, cups or flats according to age. Large flat (Portobello) mushrooms have more flavour than young buttons, and chestnut mushrooms tend to have a slightly stronger taste and firmer, meatier texture than ordinary white ones. An easy mushroom sauce (pictured above) is a great recipe to have in your repertoire because it's so versatile, please see more details/recipe here

N is for Nutmeg

I wonder do you use nutmeg in your house? Many call it the forgotten spice (which is a shame) because as chef Nigel Slater says 'it works in the background doing magical things especially in savoury dishes.' Read more about nutmeg and see a Broccoli and Stilton soup recipe which incorporates a little of it here. There is also a recipe for Mini Spinach and Cottage Cheese Frittatas which uses a little nutmeg.

well I started the post with words from Emily Bronte

finishing with a snoopy gif, which always makes me smile 😊

Have you thoughts on Autumn? Please share in the comments.

This blog brings a variety of articles and recipe ideas, and it is important to note, not all may be suitable for you. If you may have any food allergies, or underlying health issues these must always be taken into account. If you are a diabetic and not sure how certain foods may affect your blood sugars, test is best, i.e. use a reliable meter. If you have any concerns about your health it is always advisable to consult your Doctor or health care team.

All the best Jan