Seasonal ingredients
This fruit is often harvested in the fall and is popular for pies, sauces, and ciders
What is an apple?
This process involves cooking fruits or vegetables and sealing them in jars to extend their shelf life.
What is canning?
This cooking method involves placing food in a pot of water and cooking it over heat until it bubbles.
What is boiling?
This sweet, golden liquid is often harvested locally from bees and used as a natural sweetener.
What is honey?
Cooking with this energy source, generated from the sun, is a sustainable way to prepare food outdoors.
What is solar cooking?
This leafy green thrives in cooler temperatures and is abundant in spring and fall.
What is spinach?
This preservation technique involves packing vegetables in a salt brine, promoting fermentation.
What is Pickling?
Cooking food quickly in a hot, shallow pan with a small amount of oil is known as this technique.
What is Sauteing?
This type of freshwater fish, often found in Southern rivers and lakes, is a popular catch for local fishing.
What is catfish?
Using food scraps like carrot tops and onion skins to make broth is an example of reducing what?
What is food waste reduction?
This early spring vegetable is known for its bright green spears and is often grilled or steamed.
What is asparagus?
Vacuum-sealing food and freezing it is known as this type of method that reduces oxidation and freezer burn.
What is vacuum sealing?
This method uses dry heat and is ideal for cooking meats, poultry, and vegetables in an oven.
What is Roasting?
This local grain, often used in cornbread and grits, is a staple in Southern cooking.
What is corn?
This energy-efficient cooking method involves placing food in an insulated container to continue cooking without using additional heat.
What is thermal cooking?
These root vegetables are often stored through the winter and include varieties like russet and sweet.
What are potatoes?
This ancient preservation technique uses salt to cure meats and is often used for prosciutto and salami.
What is Curing?
This slow-cooking method uses a low temperature and smoke, often done with meats outdoors.
What is smoking?
This local coastal delicacy is harvested from shellfish farms and is often served raw on the half shell.
What are Oysters?
This type of cookware is known for its durability and ability to retain heat well, reducing the need for excessive energy use.
What is CastIron?
This summer squash is commonly used in grilling, stir-fries, and can be made into noodles.
What are zucchini?
Preserving herbs by drying them in a warm, dry place is a common method of storing them for use in what?
What are spice blends or teas?
This technique involves sealing food in a vacuum pouch and cooking it slowly in a water bath at a controlled temperature.
What is Sous vide?
This term refers to eating food that is grown or produced within a 100-mile radius.
What is a 100 mile diet?
Using seasonal and local ingredients reduces what environmental factor associated with food transportation?
What is carbon footprint?