Vegetables

Carrots: when it's in season and what to cook

Carrots are usually at their best from September to March across much of the US. That includes now.

How to pick it

Choose firm, smooth carrots; if the greens are on, they should look fresh.

How to keep it

Cut off any greens, then refrigerate in a bag; carrots keep for weeks.

Months are when each item is usually at its best across much of the US. Seasons start earlier in warm places and later in cool ones, and they shift from year to year, so your local farm stand or market is the best guide.

Recipes with carrots

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