Nothing beats the flavor of a pie pumpkin, with its sweet taste and smooth texture. It provides the most vitamin A of all the common fruits and vegetables, and is also high in iron, potassium, and phosphorus. Save the seeds--they are an excellent snack, offer...
Pie pumpkins and buttercup squash--two of my favorites in the same week! And the possibilities on what to do with them are endless. For those of you who may not be familiar with the technique of cooking a pumpkin, I'd like to give you some basic tips. I've tried...
Constant rain, gray skies, muddy fields and stuck wagons - just some of the reasons we decided to give the farmers a break from giving us an update this week. Please know they are working hard on harvesting the remaining crops and ending the 2018 season strong. The...
White potatoes are small to medium in size, with a round to long shape. The skin of a white potato is white or tan, and its flesh is white. You'll notice white potatoes have a thin delicate skin, and the texture is slightly creamy. They have a mild and very subtle...
Empire apples are bright red with faint white markings and a light green cap. They are a medium size, perfect for children's school lunches. They have a crispy, crunchy texture and a creamy white interior. Developed at Cornell University in the 1940's, they are named...
This recipe for pumpkin squares or pumpkin bars is rather unique, as it includes coconut and graham cracker crumbs in the crust. Published in the St. Paul Pioneer Press on Thursday, September 26, 2013 and found in the "In the Kitchen" column by Lynda Kochevar, it is...
One of the most popular winter squash varieties, buttercup squash has a sweet and creamy orange flesh. Containing more than 200% of the recommended daily amount of vitamin A, it is also high in vitamins C and B. An added benefit is that buttercup squash is an...
This is a favorite family recipe passed down from Grandma Pahl. Published in our past newsletters, we're offering it again for your enjoyment. Use your own pie crust recipe or a pre-made crust to save time. Ingredients: Two Pastry crusts: use one to line the pan and...
Poblano peppers are mild chili peppers that originated in the state of Puebla, Mexico. When dried, they are called ancho or ancho chile, from the Spanish word for "wide" (chile ancho-"wide chile"). As the poblano ripens and changes to red in color, it becomes...
Peppers contain high levels of vitamins A, C, and E and most varieties include the minerals iron and potassium. Refrigerate unwashed in a refrigerator hydrator drawer for 1-2 weeks. Eating them raw, added to a veggie tray, sliced in a salad, or as part of a...
