$elling $ugar

September 30th, 2015

The Money Spent Selling ‪Sugar‬ to Americans Is Staggering: Why do we eat what we eat? 3 experts attempt to answer.

“Despite the fact that fruits and vegetables are the only foods that experts encourage us to eat with abandon, all fruits, vegetables, and nuts are considered “specialty crops” by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Less than five percent of land planted with food goes to growing fruits and vegetables. More than 50 percent goes to growing soybeans and corn, to feed animals and refine into sugar.”

Click here to read the full article.

Spaghetti Squash 100 Ways

August 21st, 2015

Well, maybe not 100 ways… but spaghetti squash is so incredibly easy to prepare and so versatile, I bet we could think of 100 ways pretty quickly!  Spaghetti squash can be served as a simple side dish or as a flavorful full meal, and although I won’t list exactly 100 ways to eat it here, the preparation possibilities are truly endless. Click here to learn about the benefits of eating spaghetti squash, to get instructions for a basic roasted spaghetti squash, & to check out several recipes for side dish & meals!

>> Mikaela and Jason have been members of Blooming Glen Farm’s CSA program since its first season in 2006. Farmers Tom Murtha and Tricia Borneman  and their dedicated crew grow over 75 different varieties of vegetables, fruits, flowers and herbs, which are available through the CSA, to restaurants and natural food stores, and at seasonal farmers’ markets.

Summer Veggie Noodle Bowl

July 31st, 2015

One of the most common barriers to health eating that we hear is time. Between family & friends, work & school, hobbies & activities, there just never seems to be enough time, does there? There are two tricks that we always recommend — and use ourselves: 1) A little meal planning & food prep each week, & 2) A repertoire of quick, simple, & adaptable recipes. Click here for Mikaela’s Summer Veggie Noodle Bowl recipe, which serves double duty, playing a part in both of those tricks!

>> Mikaela & Jason have been members of Blooming Glen Farm’s CSA program since its first season in 2006. Farmers Tom Murtha & Tricia Borneman & their dedicated crew grow over 75 different varieties of vegetables, fruits, flowers, & herbs, which are available through the CSA, to restaurants & natural food stores, & at seasonal farmers’ markets.

Roasted Potato & Chard Salad with Lentils

July 8th, 2015

This versatile summer salad is packed with flavor & nutrition! Roasting the potatoes & chard brings a smokey flavor & unique texture that contrasts perfectly with the raw ingredients. Combine that with all the healthy stuff in potatoes, Swiss chard & lentils, & this little salad makes for a big side or even stands in as a main dish. Click here for more nutrition info & to get Mikaela’s recipe for Roasted Potato & Chard with Lentils.

>> Mikaela & Jason have been members of Blooming Glen Farm’s CSA program since its first season in 2006. Farmers Tom Murtha & Tricia Borneman & their dedicated crew grow over 75 different varieties of vegetables, fruits, flowers, & herbs, which are available through the CSA, to restaurants & natural food stores, & at seasonal farmers’ markets.

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