Versatile and full of flavour, brown onions are the base of countless savoury dishes. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated spot away from potatoes. Slice and caramelise for French onion soup, burgers or stews, dice raw into salsas, or roast whole for a mellow sweetness.
Fragrant and crisp with a subtle aniseed flavour, fennel adds elegance to cool-weather dishes. Slice raw for a refreshing salad with citrus or pear, or roast wedges until caramelised and tender. Store bulbs in the crisper and they will keep well for up to a week. Fennel is a delicious and versatile buy
Large, white heads of cauliflower are in good supply and great value. Break into florets for roasting, steaming or blitzing for a tasty cauliflower soup. Store in a paper bag in the fridge for up to a week to prevent sweating and browning.
Jap pumpkin is sweet, nutty, and ideal for roasting, soups, or mash. Its dense flesh holds up well in baking and slow-cooked dishes. Store whole in a cool, dark spot or wrap cut pieces tightly and refrigerate
Naturally sweet and packed with nutrients, carrots are a kitchen essential. Roast with herbs, mash with butter, or grate raw into salads and slaws. Store in the fridge in a produce bag remove green tops first to prevent them from drawing out moisture
Sweet and mild, leeks are perfect for soups, frittatas, pies, or roasting. Use the white and pale green parts, and save the tops for homemade stock. To clean, slice lengthways and rinse thoroughly to remove hidden grit