This year, one of my New Year’s intentions was to master slow cooker meals. Over a month in, I’d say I’m no pro yet but I’ve made enough meals in the slow cooker to want to make more and more. That’s a good sign, right? Here are just a few benefits of using a slow …
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The season of veggie abundance is back (thank goodness!) and we have lots and lots of veggies ready for harvest here in upstate NY. When I pick up our CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) share each week, sometimes I\’m a little overwhelmed by the heavy bags in my hands until I start envisioning all of the …
March is sometimes called \”hungry month\” by locavores- those who do their best to eat the majority of their food grown close to home. When the snow is still thick (or falling or long gone) depending on where you live, it can seem tricky to figure out what is \”seasonal\” in the month of March. …
When it comes to health, eating what grows locally (where YOU live) is the way to go, all year round. The grocery store can be extremely deceiving. Sure, the tomatoes look great but they are bland and mealy this time of year because they aren\’t in season or are shipped a long way from somewhere …
January is a time for new beginnings. While resolutions to eat cleaner and consume more veggies abound, the local eating scene often seems sparse this time of year. We live in upstate New York where the average temperature in January is a chilly 31 degrees F. Despite this, we have dedicated farmers who know how …
As you\’re planning your holiday meals, start with some real food recipes this year to add to your family\’s holiday spread. It\’s easy to get off track with your health and diet this time of year so having some healthy real food recipes along with your holiday favorites can be a great way to keep …
