As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to change, fall settles beautifully over Thomasville Farmers Market. This season brings a bounty of produce that warms the kitchen and nourishes the soul. Fresh produce is not only delicious in the moment but also perfect for preserving — whether you prefer canning applesauce, freezing greens for hearty soups, or pickling vegetables to keep a taste of summer on hand during the colder months. Preserving food is a time-honored tradition that lets you extend the harvest and enjoy the market’s goodness all season long.
Fall also brings a special sense of community, and we’re excited to celebrate that with our Biscuits & Bluegrass event this Saturday. Imagine the scent of warm, buttery biscuits drifting through the market while the sound of bluegrass fills the air. Join us for a FREE biscuit with homemade apple butter or pumpkin butter this Saturday! It’s the perfect pairing: farm-fresh food, bluegrass music, and friends and neighbors gathered together. Events like this remind us that a farmers market is more than just a place to shop — it’s a place to connect, share, and celebrate the rhythms of the season.
So whether you’re stocking your pantry, filling your freezer, or simply soaking in the atmosphere, autumn at Thomasville Farmers Market is something special. We invite you to join us, savor the flavors of fall, and make lasting memories with your community.
Enjoy these apple butter and pumpkin butter recipes that we will feature at the market Saturday:
Slow-Cooker Apple Butter
Ingredients:
4 cups unsweetened applesauce (or peeled, cored, chopped apples if you want)
½–1 cup brown sugar (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Pinch of salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions:
Add applesauce, brown sugar, spices, and salt to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
Cook on low for 6–8 hours, stirring every 2 hours. If using fresh apples, cook until very soft, then puree with an immersion blender.
Stir in vanilla if desired. Taste and adjust sweetness or spices.
Remove lid and cook on low for 1 more hour to thicken slightly, stirring occasionally.
Cool and store in jars in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.
Slow-Cooker Pumpkin Butter
Ingredients:
2 cups pumpkin puree (fresh or canned, not pumpkin pie filling)
½ cup apple juice or apple cider
½ cup brown sugar (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Pinch of salt
½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions:
Combine pumpkin puree, apple juice/cider, brown sugar, spices, and salt in the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
Cook on low for 4–6 hours, stirring occasionally, until thick and spreadable.
Stir in vanilla if desired. Taste and adjust sweetness or spices.
Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.