Beets – there’s something about them that people either loathe or love. However, don’t knock ‘em before you try ‘em! This purple root vegetable and its leafy greens offers a hefty dose of nutrition in a two-in-one package deal. Beets are thought to be native to the Mediterranean region in…
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The mushroom – this seemingly simple and easily overlooked food is far from ordinary. Bursting with nutrients and a rich history, mushrooms can offer a tasty and “meaty” addition to your diet.
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Eggs have faced the brunt of controversy around heart health in recent decades. Learn the facts about chicken eggs in this blog!
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Check out this easy roasted sunchoke recipe from Cooking Light to get your taste buds wet:
Read MoreFloating Cranberries The holiday season just wouldn’t be the same without serving something cranberry related. Native to North America, cranberries were used by Native Americans for centuries to heal bladder infections, scurvy, stomach ailments, and even as a remedy for blood poisoning. Today, cranberries are grown mostly in Wisconsin, Massachusetts,…
Read MoreEat Local! Corn
It just wouldn’t be September without decorative brightly colored ears of corn popping up everywhere, or getting that one last taste of sweet summer corn on the cob. Although corn has received a bad rap in recent years due to concerns over GMOs and claims about it being unhealthy in…
Read MoreMeet Your Farmer – Celeste Ricci
Celeste Ricci owns and operates Celestial Natural Farms in Careywood, Idaho. Following a rewarding career in the field of education, she decided to pursue a childhood dream of becoming a farmer. With the support of her husband, Celeste raises a variety of animals that are fed locally grown, non-GMO food…
Read MoreEat Local! Huckleberries
You may have noticed fresh huckleberries making an appearance at farmers market stands lately – and for good reason. These perennial berry shrubs are found growing in abundance around our region, and the dog days of summer in late July and early August make for a perfect excuse to head…
Read MoreMeet Your Farmer – Beth Mort/Snapdragon Flower Farm
Beth Mort is the owner and operator of Snapdragon Flower Farm and Zinnia Permaculture Designs in Spokane, Washington. Snapdragon Farm sells bouquet subscriptions, a do it yourself service for bridal flowers, and floral design workshops. Zinnia Designs is a garden design company that blends permaculture principles and gardening concepts to…
Read MoreEat Local – Green Beans
Looking for a nutritious and delicious side dish to serve up with a light summer dinner? Next time you visit the grocery store or farmer’s market, don’t forget to add green beans to your shopping list – they come into peak season in our area in July and August. Green…
Read MoreMeet Your Farmer – Verne Fallstrom
Verne Fallstrom is the owner and operator of Strawberry Hill Nutrition Farm in Mead, Washington. I was interested in learning more about his operation and his nutrition farming techniques, so Verne graciously invited me to come and visit. It is still early in the growing season, but as we toured…
Read MoreMeet Your Farmer – Footehills Farm
On a cool summer evening in May, I was delighted to have the opportunity to speak with Thom and Torie Foote of Footehills Farm in Colbert, Washington. Thom and Torie are herb farmers who practice the ethics and principals of permaculture in their “sell and sustain” operation. They sell their…
Read MoreEat Local! Arugula
This herbaceous leafy green seems to be cropping up everywhere these days, from pizzas and salads to uniquely featured menu items. Yet, arugula still remains elusive to many who have never cooked with it and wonder how to incorporate it with meals. Never fear! Arugula is a highly versatile, peppery-tasting…
Read MoreMeet Your Farmer – Willow Wood Honey Farm
Tracy O’Brien and her partner Mike Mayer own and operate Willow Wood Honey Farm in Hayden, Idaho. I visited with Tracy on a warm April evening, and spoke with her while we sat in the sun watching the bees near the hives. Tracy and Mike have a small, aerated coy…
Read MoreMeet Your Farmer – Heron Pond Farms
Lorie Arnold and Shannon Meagher own and operate Heron Pond Farms, located on twenty acres immediately south of Spokane, Washington at the base of Tower Mountain. Lorie and Shannon are in a time of transition on their farm, as they have recently moved away from raising goats and making cheese toward placing…
Read MoreEat Local! Peas
With spring just around the corner and flowers starting to bloom, spring peas are the perfect addition to your cooking and dining repertoire. Sweet and bright, peas provide fiber and a cheap source of protein. 1 cup of raw green peas contains approximately 100 calories, 6-8 grams of fiber, and…
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