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Super squash is the vegetable of the season in the Mid-Atlantic region. Farmer’s markets feature all the varieties—from acorn and butternut to everyone’s favorite for fun and flavor: pumpkin. Juicy pears are the season’s most versatile fruit.

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Mid-Atlantic

Make the most of the freshest seasonal ingredients from the Mid-Atlantic with our delicious FoodFit recipes. We've collected an assortment here for you to try, but you can look for more in the search box above.

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Pear Sorbet Roasted Pears and Grapes Roasted Pork with Baby Greens and Pear Vinaigrette
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Butternut Squash Soup with Caramelized Onions and Apples Acorn Squash and Shiitake Mushroom Risotto Pumpkin Squash Salad
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Chickpea and Spinach Soup with Shrimp, Almonds and Garlic Orecchiette with Ricotta and Spinach Fall Spinach Salad with Pears and Pecans

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