Jonica Strongman, Manager of the West Seattle Farmers Market, knows that the way to the heart is through the stomach. (Just ask her husband Kel). She shared her family’s recipe for hearty potato leek soup to help us warm our bellies and spirits this holiday season. The best part? You can find nearly all these ingredients at your local farmers market.

“Holiday Season” is synonymous with “Feasting Season” in our book. Whether you’re hosting a socially distanced gathering, or intimate dinner for two, (or one, let’s be honest), now’s the time to enjoy Washington’s autumn bounty to the fullest. Check out our round up of local-ingredient forward dishes for cozy cooking sessions at home.