In Season Now: Winter
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Winter: Warming and satisfying comfort food
Our UK potatoes have all been safely harvested now and they’re tucked up in the cool and dark, waiting to be brought out and used throughout the coming months.
It’s also the time for warming, satisfying comfort food and those classic favourites – shepherd's pie, sausages and mash, crispy wedges or just a simple jacket potato really come into their own, to fill you up and keep out the cold.
Of course, it’s the ideal season for roasties too and not just those special ones on Christmas Day. They are perfect for any opportunity to really ‘make a meal’ of it, pair with some rich gravy and a healthy mix of other vegetables too, to make a simple meal more satisfying.
Despite potatoes scoring high on the satiety index (keeping you fuller for longer) this doesn’t mean they’re fattening. Naked potatoes are naturally fat-free, they’re also rich in fibre and contain a range of beneficial vitamins and minerals. They’re a great way to keep hunger at bay.
Christmas Day is a big day for potatoes, so make sure you’ve got plenty for everyone. With so much uncertainty about how big the big day will actually be this year for everyone, we’ve designed a Christmas veg portion planner to give you a helping hand to make sure you have enough, but not too much. Whether you’re catering for one, six, or more, our planner will help you get the right amount of veg to satisfy all your guests and reduce food waste this festive season.
We’ve got a selection of delicious side dish recipes ranging from traditional goose-fat roasties to classic cauliflower cheese and braised red cabbage. Why not give our portion planner a go ahead of the big day?
We've got a selection of delicious and inspring recipes for you to try.
You can find a variety of inspiring winter recipes here.