Autumn in the Yakima Valley is upon us, and with the changing weather comes a beautiful harvest of seasonal produce from our very own farms and gardens. Whether your backyard is overflowing with pumpkins and rhubarb, or you’ve seen the produce displays piled with colorful squashes and gourds at the local grocery store, we’ve got you covered with a lineup of autumnal recipes to bring this year’s harvest from Yakima farms to our tables.
Chicken Apple Pot Pie
Recipe and photo credits to Rachael Ray.
Find the full recipe here.
Ingredient Spotlight: Honeycrisp Apple, Carrots, Sweet Onion, Indian Corn.
Fresh ingredients found at McIlrath Farm and Market.
Founded by Scott and Esther McIlrath, McIlrath Farm and Market has served the Yakima Valley from Old Naches Highway since the late 1970s. Not only does this family-run farm also operate a seasonal market where you can find many ingredients for this recipe, but the McIlrath team also offers subscription produce boxes available to Yakima-area residents.
Butternut Squash and Carrot Mash
Recipe and photo credits to Emerald Palate.
Find the full recipe here.
Ingredient Spotlight: Butternut Squash, Carrots.
Fresh ingredients found at Jones Farms.
With the sweetness of perfectly roasted butternut squash paired with the bright flavor of the carrot, all elevated with notes of maple and hazelnut, this squash and carrot mash is the ultimate addition to your fall menu.
The Jones Farm fruit stand brings a burst of color to Granger with its seasonal array of produce. At the stand this fall, you can expect to find tomatoes, the Jones Farm original u-pick crop, squash, gourds, and a variety of other vegetables. Add this stand to your list of local farms for a plentiful spread of crops all season long.
Potato Dinner Rolls
Recipe and photo credits to Lil’ Luna.
Find the full recipe here.
Ingredient Spotlight: Yukon or Huckleberry Gold Potatoes.
Fresh ingredients found at Downtown Yakima Farmers Market.
Fluffy, light, and deliciously buttery, these potato dinner rolls are a wonderful addition to any autumnal table. Simply reserve a small cup of mashed potatoes and transform them into this fan-favorite roll recipe.
If you’re in need of a one-stop shop for your produce and handmade staples, the Downtown Yakima Farmers Market is the place to be. The Market spotlights various farmers, artisans, and buskers as they share their skills with the community. Visit the Market weekly from May through October to find anything from berries or potatoes used in this dinner roll recipe to handmade bags and freshly baked cinnamon rolls.
Pumpkin Beer Bread
Recipe and photo credits to Gimme Some Oven.
Find the full recipe here.
Ingredient Spotlight: Pumpkin, Pumpkin Ale.
Fresh ingredients found at CLS Farms.
This spiced pumpkin beer bread is undeniably characteristic of crisp Washington fall. Soft, tangy, and with the subtle sweetness from fresh pumpkin puree and, if you choose, locally brewed pumpkin ale, this hearty bread is best served warm and with friends. We recommend that you start off with a double batch– everyone will be asking for seconds!
CLS Farms, located in the heart of the Yakima Valley, is well known for its variety and quality of hops that supply local brewers with a premiere crop for their beer and ales. Visit the farm for either a tour or to pick up a seasonal brew for this beer bread recipe. CLS Farms also offers a rotating variety of fruits, so stop by the farm anytime from June through October to see the latest harvest.
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Raspberry Rhubarb Pie
Recipe and photo credits to Beyond the Chicken Coop.
Find the full recipe here.
Ingredient Spotlight: Raspberry, Rhubarb.
Fresh ingredients found at Ahtanum Berry Patch
Ahtanum Berry Patch, owned and operated for 12 years by Yakima natives Sam and Katie, is a haven for any berry lover. Visit the Berry Patch and Bakery for U-pick berries from early May until late October to enjoy a coffee or dessert or to purchase berries directly from the bakery as ingredients for your raspberry rhubarb pie. If all else fails, circle back around to the Bakery for a delicious handmade pie by the pan or by the slice.
