October is National Cranberry Month! Check out these cranberry tips and recipes to add a pop of color and flavor to foods and beverages! Storage and Preparation Peak cranberry season is from October-December. Fresh cranberries should be stored in the refrigerator, preferably in a crisper for about three to four weeks. Cranberries freeze very well, either whole … Read more
Fall is definitely the season for everything pumpkin! Try making pumpkin recipes at home with fresh pumpkins using these tips (or use canned pumpkin puree!): Selection & Preparation The best type of pumpkin for cooking is a “pie pumpkin” or “sweet pumpkin.” These are smaller than carving pumpkins and the flesh is sweeter and less watery. Figure one … Read more
Kale is New Hampshire’s Harvest of the Month for October. Check out these tips and recipes: Storage & Preparation Store in the refrigerator in a perforated plastic bag for 5-10 days. To freeze: Blanch for 2-3 minutes or until the leaves are soft, then place in a labeled and dated freezer-grade bag. Boil or steam … Read more
Broccoli & Cauliflower are in season in both Spring & Fall! They also happen to be the New Hampshire Harvest of the Month for September. Check out these tips and recipes: Storage & Preparation Store in the refrigerator in a perforated plastic bag for 5-10 days. Do not wash before storing and make sure the … Read more
September 23-27, 2019 marks the celebration of Weight Stigma Awareness Week. This week was originally created by the Binge Eating Disorder Association (BEDA) which has since merged with the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA). NEDA plans to continue this awareness week to shed light on weight stigma. What is Weight Stigma? Weight stigma, also known … Read more
I Love Food Day is being celebrated on September 9th! I’m excited that this day exists so we can all share our love for food. Chocolate covered strawberries? Homemade macaroni & cheese? Decadent chocolate cake? What would you celebrate with (you can tell I’m a chocolate fan!)? Sometimes our love for food can be confusing though, … Read more
Fresh produce, especially when abundant in the summer months, can easily go to waste if we don’t have a plan for it. To avoid tossing produce: Create a meal plan and use fresh produce in the beginning of the menu to use it up faster. Consider having a leftover night on the menu or a soup/stew … Read more
Cucumbers are for more than just pickles. I personally enjoy a cucumber sandwich on toast with fresh picked cucumbers from the garden. Here are some other ideas for you! Top 10 Ways to Use Cucumbers Add One More! Rack up one more veggie during the day by adding finely diced, peeled and seeded cucumber to chicken, … Read more
Sweet, juicy peaches are the best! There are many uses for peaches: Eating as is, adding to hot or cold cereal, smoothies, chilled soups, added to pancakes, or used in baking. One thing is for sure, peaches create an amazing flavorful experience. See below for tips and recipes! Selection, Storage, and Preparation Ripe peaches should be stored in … Read more
Sure, watermelon is typically a staple at barbecues but this fruit can be used for so much more! See some ideas below: Selection & Storage Melons should be free of cracks, dark bruises, or soft spots. Select a melon that is fragrant as it is a clue to its ripeness. A ripe melon will … Read more