
The Summer’s End Pantry: What to Stock Before the Season Changes
Freezing peak-season produce at its nutritional peak preserves significantly more vitamins and antioxidants than purchasing the same produce fresh but

Freezing peak-season produce at its nutritional peak preserves significantly more vitamins and antioxidants than purchasing the same produce fresh but
Frozen peas are nutritionally on par with fresh — and in some cases better, since they’re frozen within hours of

Seasonal lattes and specialty drinks can carry a hefty sugar and calorie load, largely from flavored syrups and whipped toppings.
Fresh sweet corn is a meaningful source of lutein and zeaxanthin — carotenoid antioxidants that accumulate specifically in the retina
Seasonal specialty coffees can pack in as much sugar and calories as a dessert, largely due to flavored syrups and
Fresh herbs — the primary flavoring component of compound butter — are among the most nutrient-dense foods available relative to

Prepared meals like pot roast can be higher in sodium than a homemade version, especially once gravy is factored in.

Peaches and other stone fruits are significant dietary sources of several important nutrients that peak-season specimens provide in higher concentrations
Traditional fajitas can rack up calories fast between the oil-heavy sauté, flour tortillas, and toppings like sour cream and cheese.
Lacto-fermented vegetables are among the most researched functional foods in contemporary nutrition science. The lactic acid bacteria produced during fermentation