Spring is here, daffodils and all, and I’m just thrilled about it. This winter felt especially cold and dreary, and I have a literal spring in my step now that we can go for walks again.

April brings more seasonal produce to the table, including asparagus, beets and peas. You’ll find the complete list below and even more spring recipes here (use the filters to find exactly what you need!).Continue to the recipe...

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Thank goodness March is here. January and February were full of snow days and sicknesses, and I thought we’d never make it! The days are growing longer, the birds are chirping, and I love how the spring sunshine illuminates our kitchen.

Asparagus is on its way, and we’ll finally have more fresh fruits and vegetables to work with this month. I’m looking forward to cooking my favorite green curry soon, shown below. You’ll find more seasonal recipes in this post!

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We made it to February. The Super Bowl is around the corner, and we’ll be cheering for the Chiefs from Kansas City. Here are all of my game day recipes for your consideration. If you’re planning to celebrate Valentine’s Day from home, check out these date night recipes.

In just four weeks, March and glimmers of spring will greet us. Here are more seasonal recipes to enjoy this month with winter produce. More new recipes are coming soon!

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Let’s hear it for the New Year! Last year, I launched a redesigned website that was years in the making, got back into the groove with publishing recipes regularly, and quietly retested and reworked the oldest recipes on the blog. Many of those will get new photos soon. I’m always determined to make Cookie and Kate the best resource that it can be!

In 2025, I’m looking forward to sharing all the new recipes I’ve worked on behind the scenes. Some are made months ahead of time. It’s going to be a delicious year.

If you’re looking for wholesome, satisfying, veggie-packed recipes, you’re in the right place. You’ll find a bunch of them in my guide to seasonal produce below. For in-depth resources and tips on how to eat real food, be sure to check out my cookbook, Love Real Food.

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December has arrived quicker than ever! The lights on our Christmas tree are brightening this cold day. We had our first snow a few days ago, which was beautiful.

Below, you’ll find a collection of healthy recipes to carry us through December and the holiday season. Cooking with fresh, seasonal produce is generally more delicious and more affordable, so it’s a true win-win.

If you’re shopping for an easy gift, I hear that my cookbook makes a great one. It’s on sale for about $15 at Amazon and Target (online only) right now, and it’s also now available in a cool spiral-bound format that lays flat. Stay well, eat well, and happy holidays!Continue to the recipe...

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November is here, and it’s just starting to feel like fall outside. Our three-year-old loved dressing up as Minnie Mouse (again) for Halloween yesterday. This time she was Queen Minnie! I love to pull out my old sewing machine for Halloween costumes, so I made her a cape to complete her outfit.

Below, you’ll find plenty of seasonal recipes that will sustain you between now and your Thanksgiving feast. This collection highlights healthy everyday recipes. Check out my Thanksgiving roundup if you’re planning your holiday menus. Stay tuned for new recipes coming your way shortly.

Apples

Apple Steel-Cut Oatmeal

Gluten free and vegan (see notes)

“We made the apple oatmeal on this cool morning here in Kansas…and it was perfect. Topped it with some almond butter and a swirl of maple syrup. My 3 year old ate most of my portion along with his. So, kid friendly, as well! Another recipe well done!” – Jamie

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October is here, hooray! The cooler weather is most welcome. I’m looking forward to a cozy fall and the holidays, but I might love these glorious sunny days in between seasons the most. As the weather cools down, let’s mark the time with warm apple crisp, hearty chili, and wholesome pumpkin bread. You’ll find more seasonal recipes to enjoy below, and I have a full line-up of new recipes coming your way this fall.

October will be a big month for the blog. I’m finally ready to launch a redesigned website with great new features to help you find exactly what you want to cook. This redesign has been in the works for over three years (!), and I’m so excited to share it with you. Keep an eye out!

Apples

Healthy Apple Muffins

Easily gluten free and easily vegan (see notes)

“Made them this morning with one Granny Smith and one Macintosh. Your recipe is fantastic! The rose so well, made a beautiful crust and were nice and tender inside. Taste was great!” – Pierre

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September is when summer and fall produce collide at the farmers’ market. It’s the best of both worlds, which is why this list is a long one. I propose that we make good use of all the tomatoes, corn and peaches while we still can.

Labor Day weekend is upon us, and it seems impossible that we’re celebrating our daughter’s third birthday soon! For more Labor Day recipes, check this roundup. You’ll find lots more seasonal recipes below.

Apples

Crispy Apple & Kohlrabi Salad

Gluten free and easily vegan

“I made this salad last night ahead of time, and added the toasted seeds and cheese (gruyere) at serving time. It’s so delicious! I also traded the tarragon for mint. I will use this recipe whenever I get kohlrabi in my CSA box. Thanks!” – Erin

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This month, farmers’ markets are exploding with goodness. Fortunately, much of the produce growing now doesn’t need much cooking, if at all. I’m enjoying as many Caprese salads as I can right now—even better when they’re made with burrata.

We’ve been traveling quite a bit and I’m excited to share more summer recipes with you soon. You’ll find an abundance of fresh seasonal recipes below.

Avocado

Erin’s Peach & Avocado Green Salad

Gluten free

“I made this salad exactly as written last night and it was good I dreamed about it! We are suffering a severe heat wave in the PNW right now so eating many of your salads! Thanks for sharing.” – Debbie

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July is here! Let’s hear it for long summer days and warm summer evenings. I hope you have fun plans for Independence Day—it’s one of my favorite holidays. Please be safe out there.

If you love to fire up your grill during the summer, I wanted to let you know that one of my favorite recipe writers, Gaby Dalkin, has just released a dedicated grilling cookbook called What’s Gaby Cooking: Grilling All the Things. Great job as always, Gaby!

If you’re looking for Fourth of July recipes, here are some of my favorites. The more salads, the better. Browse with pictures here.

• Dips: Cowboy Caviar (shown above), Mediterranean Tomato and Feta Dip, Pimento Cheese or Strawberry Salsa
• Salads: Favorite Quinoa Salad, Herbed Potato Salad, Layered Panzanella, Mediterranean Bean Salad or my new Watermelon Salad with Feta and Mint
• Main Dishes: Caprese Sandwiches, Favorite Veggie Burgers or Grilled Pizzas
• Desserts: Almond Cake with Berries on Top, Mixed Berry Crisp or Simple Blueberry Cake
• Extras: Aperol Spritz, Classic Mojitos, Easy Pineapple Mint Popsicles, Ranch Waters or Strawberry Smoothies

Avocado

Gaby’s Cucumber Salad

Gluten free and vegan

“Made this immediately last night and loved it – my daughter as well! Quick and easy for when you get home from work – served alongside pasta.” – Connie

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