Produce of the Month: September
Hello September…one of my favorite months of the year! September is the beginning of fall, and by this time of year I am more than ready for cooler weather. As the leaves start to change colors and the air begins to cool enjoy these fruits and veggies in plenty!
Apples
Firm with no soft spots
Cauliflower
Bright green leaves enclosing firm and closely packed white curd
Coconuts
Good weight for size with inside milk still fluid
Cranberries
Firm, plump, and brightly colored
Eggplant*
Firm, heavy, smooth, and uniformly dark purple
Grapes*
Firm, plump, and has well-colored clusters
Honeydew
Creamy yellow rounds and pleasant aroma
Peach*
Soft to touch with fragrant smell
Pear
Yields gently to pressure at stem end
Plum*
Plump, yield to slight pressure
Pomegranate
Thin-skinned and bright purple-red
Sweet Potato
Firm, dark, and smooth
*September is the last month for these to be in season