If you’re anything like me, you prefer fresh food over packaged.  You’ll easily bite into a fresh ripe peach over a canned peach any day.  Most people associate eating fresh, local produce with the summer and fall months as farmers markets seem to be everywhere you go. But what do you do in the winter? […]

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With the colder weather approaching, it’s time to shift our diets to take advantage of the seasonal vegetables – like squash!  They are a great source of vitamin A, and a very good source of vitamin C, potassium and dietary fiber.  Their tough exterior means they keep well for some time and the flesh is […]

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EGGS have become an important staple in our diet: a stabilizer in baked goods, an emulsifier in condiments, and of course, as a yummy breakfast food! In addition, they are a great source of protein and other important nutrients. So, it can be quite disturbing to hear there is a massive egg recall. Running to […]

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Kohlrabi is not a very popular vegetable in the US today, but its subtle taste and crunchy texture make it one that likely to be enjoyed by you and your family. As a member of the Brassica family, kohlrabi is closely related to cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, and brussels sprouts. The taste is mild and slightly […]

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When it comes to fresh fruits and vegetables, you can bet that farmers’ markets have something for everyone in the family – from plump red tomatoes to purple turnips. Farmers’ markets also often feature naturally or organically-grown produce. The perfect time to go to farmers’ markets is during late summer to early fall. Farmers’ markets […]

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