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The Impact of CSA Shares

How do you buy locally? Some preferences emerging in accounts, delivery methods and customer preferences. How do the changes impact local farmers? Continue reading

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Taco Salad in a Jiffy

A taco salad made in less than 1/2 hour from local market ingredients and your own prepared frozen taco meat or meat substitute. Continue reading

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Spring Pea & Fresh Ricotta Cheese Puree

Fast, simple, healthy puree using fresh peas and farm fresh ricotta cheese. Takes less than 15 minutes to make and serve. Make a day ahead for guests. Continue reading

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Grilling A Package of Chicken & Vegetables

Simple grilling technique for fish, chicken, ostrich and vegetables whether they are dehydrated, roasted & frozen or fresh from the garden. Easy preparation & clean up. Store & carry for camping, hiking or after game meals at the park. Continue reading

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Sweet Potato Casserole with Spicy Pecans

Stored sweet potato make this dish fast and healthy for company. Maple syrup & vanilla replace refined sugar and spicy pecans add an element of surprise for your guests. Continue reading

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Farmers’ Market Couscous Salad for all Seasons

Vary your ingredients depending on the season for this light side dish. Goes well with all sorts of chilled or warm vegetable soups. Makes the most of farm fresh ingredients from local vendors. Continue reading

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Omelettes at the Farmers’ Market

An easy technique for beginners to use for omelettes using fresh local farm eggs and fillings. Continue reading

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Fresh Berry Topping From Last Summer’s Harvest

Simple frozen berries from last summer make a delicious topping for pancakes, waffles, yogurt and ice cream in under minutes. Pick your favorite flavors of berries to work with and add a pinch of spice and sugar, heat and you are ready to serve warm. Continue reading

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Appetizing Pickled Carrots

Simple pickled carrots that you can serve any number of ways with several variations for you to try. Continue reading

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Two Seasons of Roasted Eggplant Spreads

Roasted eggplants make excellent spreads and casseroles throughout the winter. These two spreads are made of local farm ingredients that have been frozen, thawed and then combined. But you can make this with fresh ingredients in up through the fall for very healthy eating. Continue reading

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