This time of year I crave warming meals. Switching many meals to focus on in season foods is not just about comfort it's more sustainable. Eating in season foods are higher in nutritional value. Grown closer to your home = supporting local farmers + less cost on the environment. If you're into caring about the environment, this is a huge way to make a difference! #eatlocal

Foods being trucked from afar lose nutritional value. Now this doesn't mean you shouldn't buy tropical fruit in the dead of winter. Being aware however is the key here.

Winter foods = Carrots, potatoes, cauliflower, squashes, beats, mushrooms & citrus fruit.

Click below to check what is in season in your neck of the woods - What's in Season? Produce Calendars for All 50 States - Farm Flavor.

Remember if you buy from Mexico or outside your grow zone - what's in season there is different, not bad. Using our world market is an incredible tool. Understanding your food source is what I encourage.

Great options to preserve your nutrient dense local picks = freezing, canning, pickling or dehydrating. We like to do a variety, stocking the freezer w/berries for smoothies all winter is dirt cheap, delicious & most importantly nutritious!

The picture to the left is my baby bird & I harvesting cherries @thegorgewhitehouse in #hoodriver Oregon, a family favorite. You can get a hard cider (they use their own grown fruit) & harvest w/a buzz! Best u-pick ever! - Home | The Gorge White House

Know where your food comes from. If you don't know about feed lots, go check one out. Use your senses, decide for yourself.

Ok enough about #seasonalfoods & food education, below is my Crock Pot Roast Recipe.

Pro Tip* Brown roast over medium high heat, sear all sides in seasoned cast iron skillet before putting in crock pot.

*Yummy Tip: + 4lbs Halved Mushrooms (I LOVE white mushrooms w/this recipe)

#wildgamerecipe #mooseroast #castirontip #winterrecipe #harvestyourfood #foodsourcing