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The oldest member of the cabbage family, kale is among the earliest cultivated and was a favorite vegetable in ancient Rome. It is a powerhouse vegetable, very rich in vitamins A, C, and the mineral calcium. It is also high in the B vitamins. Kale is the highest in protein of all the other vegetables. […]
News from the field this week can be described in one word. WET. Last nights rain set the stage for a muddy battle out in the fields today. Tractors spinning, boots getting stuck in the mud and rain falling all the while made for an interesting day to say the least. Somehow through it all […]
A member of the cucurbita family, which includes squash, pumpkins, cucumbers, melons and gourds, cantaloupe and its relatives grow on the ground surface as a trailing vine. An excellent source of beta-carotene, folic acid, potassium, vitamin A, vitamin C and dietary fiber, fresh cantaloupe is a popular breakfast fruit. It is a wonderful addition to […]
This recipe was shared on Pinterest by Julia, on acedarspoon.com. Ingredients: 1/2 cup milk of choice (skim, almond, soy, coconut) 1 cup strawberries, hulled 1 cup cantaloupe, chopped 1 banana, chopped 1 teaspoon honey 1 Tablespoon chia seeds (optional) Directions: 1. Put the ingredients in a blender in the order above and blend until smooth. 2. Pour […]
This delicious and easy to prepare ice cream was shared on Pinterest by Shari Lynne. She found the original recipe on AllRecipes.com and she added her own special touch to it. Best of all, you don’t need an ice cream maker to make it! Prep time: 15 minutes Set-up (Freezer time): 3 hours Ingredients: 6 […]
This recipe was found in the book “Not Your Mother’s Casseroles,” by Faith Durand. Servings: 6 to 8 Ingredients: 3 medium-size zucchini, sliced crosswise into 1/4-inch coins 3 medium-size yellow squash, sliced crosswise into 1/4-inch coins 1/3 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, finely chopped 4 sprigs […]
Ingredients: 2 cups shredded zucchini 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 clove garlic, minced 2 green onions, diced 1/2 cup diced red pepper 1/2 cup flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 egg, lightly beaten 1/2 cup milk 2 Tablespoons melted butter 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Directions: 1. Preheat […]
These muffins freeze well; they’re nice to have on hand for a breakfast bread or a quick snack. Ingredients: 1 cup white whole wheat flour (or whole wheat flour) 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 3 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled 1/2 cup pure maple syrup (or honey) 1 large egg, […]
Yellow summer squash is a welcome staple every summer. Low in calories, easily digested, and very nourishing, it adapts easily to a variety of recipes. Since summer squash is approximately 94 percent water, it’s a wonderful replacement of lost fluids on those simmering July days. It is also a great source of vitamins A and […]
High in vitamin A and beta carotene, which is the substance responsible for its beautiful orange color, carrots are a favorite raw snack for many children and adults. The carrot is also high in fiber, calcium, potassium, and other trace minerals. To receive the most nutrients, eat carrots raw. They should be scrubbed with a […]
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