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 (can you 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
Zucchini is a versatile vegetable and can be used in almost any recipe. Check out these tips and recipes: Selection & Storage Choose firm, slender zucchini with a bright green color and free of wrinkled skin and soft spots. Larger zucchini becomes tough but can be used in baked goods. Store in perforated bag in … Read more