Autumn temperatures arrive and sidewalks are painted with fresh fallen leaves. Cozy sweaters are pulled out of storage, and people start to crave hearty fall dishes. You don’t need pumpkin to make your food taste better. Instead, use your farmer’s market finds to create seasonal sandwiches that combine all your autumn favorites.
* Butter-up: Pumpkin may be the star of autumn, but butternut squash is quick on its heels. Butternut squash is easy to prepare and full of vitamins A and C. It adds sweetness and texture to any dish. You can give your sandwiches a seasonal update by using butternut squash to make custom spreads or sauces. This quick addition to any sandwich will add flavor to it with a variety of flavors, such as a balsamic-onion, manchego and roasted squash grilled cheese or a goat cheese and squash spread on a favorite panini.
* Gobble up extra protein: When the leaves start to fall, turkey takes center stage as the go-to protein for sandwiches, snacks and, of course, Thanksgiving dinner. Don’t wait to have leftover turkey sandwiches! The lean turkey option can elevate sandwiches and still pack a nutritious punch.
“Look for turkey products that are lower in sodium and fat without sacrificing the amount of protein you get in each serving,”Jessica Fishman Levinson MS (RDN CDN), is a registered dietitian, cookbook author and chef. “A great option is Simply Delicious Slow Roasted Turkey Breast from Land O’Frost, which offers 8 grams of protein for only 50 calories per serving.”Simply Delicious has been deemed heart-healthy and certified by the American Heart Association.
* Apple a day: Apple picking is a favorite autumn past time, but what do you do with all those freshly picked apples after the pie is made? To brighten up a warm grilled panini, or gourmet grilled cheese, use everyone’s favorite seasonal fruit.
These tips will allow you to make endless combinations with your seasonal favorites. For more information about Simply Delicious products by Land O’Frost and coupons, visit www.landofrost.com.
