13 Fruits and Vegetables to Buy in Fall

Reader s Digest Magazine

1. Apples


Visit your local farmers' market or take a trip to the apple farm for the freshest apples. They're perfect for snacking, baking, and more.
Plus:10 Apple Recipes

2. Oranges
From Florida to California, autumn is the best time to enjoy this citrus favorite.
Plus:Bulgur with Ginger and Orange

3. Grapes
Fall's harvest brings in a bounty of grapes in all varieties. Either as a snack or made into your favorite jam, now is the perfect time to bag a bunch.
Plus:How to Know When to Harvest Grapes

4. Pomegranates
Filled with antioxidants,stock up on this wonder fruit during the fall. Try juicing them or snacking on them raw. They can also be thrown on top of salads.
Plus:8 Super Foods for Fall

5. Broccoli
Fill your cart with the year's best tasting broccoli. Enjoy it in salads, casseroles, or as a side dish.
Plus:Creamy Broccoli Soup

6. Brussels Sprouts
Enjoy these tasty green treats at their freshest. If you're having trouble getting your family to eat them, try roasting them. Plus:10 Cancer-Fighting Fruits and Vegetables

7. Mushrooms
Fall is the perfect time to enjoy your favorite mushrooms. Your local market will have the best variety of mushrooms at this time -- take the opportunity to try something new.
Plus:Spinach-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

8. Cauliflower
Enjoy this delicious vegetable either raw or cooked -- you can even mash it for an alternative to mashed potatoes. Try purple varieties for an added treat.
Plus:Mario Batali's Pennette with Cauliflower Ragu

9. Spinach
Take the opportunity to taste spinach at its very best. Filled with iron and fiber, you'll be fueling your body with the perfect nutrients for the cold weather ahead.
Plus:One-Step Spinach Lasagna

10. Cranberries
Enjoy this tart, sweet berry from autumn to winter. Try making your own cranberry juice or impress your Thanksgiving guests with homemade cranberry sauce.
Plus:Cranberry Spinach Salad

11. Potatoes
The humble spud is at its peak in fall. Talk to your grocer about new varieties, like purple potatoes, which are high in antioxidants.
Plus:How to Prepare Potatoes Like a Pro

12. Sweet Potatoes and Yams
Filled with Vitamin A and fiber, sweet potatoes are as delicious as they are nutritious. Stock up and use them in your favorite recipes, as sides, even on salads. Plus:The Health Properties of Sweet Potatoes

13. Leeks
Perfect for soups and salads, leeks are an excellent way to add mild onion flavor to your best autumn recipes.
Plus: Potato, Leek, and Sorrel Soup

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