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Fall and Winter Produce
Types and Pairings
Pairing Tips
Pairing Groups
For interesting flavor and
texture combinations, try
these pairing ideas.
Peppery + Nutty
Salty + Sweet
Smoky + Peppery
Spicy + Sweet
Sharp/Bitter + Fatty
Smoky + Sweet
Crunchy + Silky
Acidic + Fatty
Umami + Crunchy
Silky + Smoky
Pungent + Mild
Silky + Peppery
Sweet + Nutty
Sharp/Bitter + Smoky
Crunchy + Spicy
Salty + Acidic
Fatty + Crunchy
Apples
Pair with:
Bacon
Blue Cheese
Cinnamon
Honey
Oranges
Rosemary
Sausage
Walnuts
Broccoli
Pair with:
Cheese
Cream
Garlic
Onions
Peppers
Pine Nuts
Brussels Sprouts
Pair with:
Almonds
Carrots
Ham
Mushrooms
Pancetta
Prosciutto
Walnuts
Fennel
Pair with:
Carrots
Celery Root
Onions
Oranges
Parmesan
Peppers
Tomatoes
Truffles
Celery Root
Pair with:
Bacon
Cheese
Cream
Nutmeg
Olives
Thyme
Acidic
Citrus Juice
Cranberries
Vinegar
Crunchy
Asparagus
Jicama
Water Chestnuts
Fatty
Avocados
Pork Shoulder
Sesame Oil
Nutty
Cashews
Pistachios
Sunflower Seeds