PEAK SEASONS Autumn-Spring

PREP FOR COOKING  Wash thoroughly and gently scrub with a vegetable brush. Peeling is optional but not necessary

STORE  Store in the refrigerator for up to a month if placed in a containers with lid and cover completely in water. Change water every 4-5 days.

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Best Cooking Methods

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‍BRAISE 

‍Cut lengthwise and brown in pan for 5-7 mins, cover with broth then simmer for 20-25 mins until tender‍

GRILL

Grill over indirect heat for 15-20 mins until slightly charred and tender

RAW

Grate or slice thin for best texture when preparing raw

ROAST

In a 425°F oven, roast whole for 20-30 mins or sliced for 12-18 mins until tender

STEAM

Put the peeled and trimmed or chopped carrots in a steamer basket (about 5 minutes for crisp-tender and up to 10 minutes for full-size carrots)

Complimentary Ingredients

Ingredients in bold are the most commonly paired with beets

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HERBS 

cilantro, chives, dill, mint, parsley, tarragon, thyme, rosemary, sage

PRODUCE

celery, chile peppers, garlic, fennel, peas, turnips

SALT

bacon, miso paste, soy sauce

ACID 

‍lemon juice, lime juice, orange juice, tamarind, white wine

SPICE 

allspice, black pepper, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, cumin, mustard seed

SWEETNESS

‍honey, raisins, maple syrup, rum, sugar 

FAT 

‍butter, cream, olive oil, yogurt 

TEXTURE 

almonds, pecans, pistachios, walnuts 

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Common Flavor Combinations

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Carrots + celery + onions (mirepoix)

Carrots + cinnamon + raisins + sugar + walnuts

Carrots + cumin + orange

Carrots + lemon juice + olive oil + parsley

Carrots + pistachios + tarragon + yogurt

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Carrot Inspired Recipes

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Beef and Carrot Stir Fry

Carrot Slaw

Carrot Cake

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