Maritza Owens
Apple Season - Completely Delicious is Totally ...

 The snappy taste of a fresh apple is like biting into the crispness of fall. YUMM! Our Harvest Home Farmers’ Markets are full of apples freshly picked by our local farmers for the best taste.

Apple Season - Completely Delicious is Totally Healthy
Maritza Owens
Pumpkin - More Than a Scary Face

Some are for carving. Some are for eating! Delicious in muffins, bread, or pancakes. Pumpkin adds creamy flavor to smoothies, and soups or makes a mouth-watering meal (See recipes). It’s nutritiously rich, high in fiber, and low in calories.

Pumpkin - More Than a Scary Face
Maritza Owens
Looks Pretty - Taste Better

Amazing Winter Squash: White Delicata and Sweet Dumpling with green strips. Pale yellow Butternut. Dark green, round Acorn. West Indian Calabaza and surprising Spaghetti Squash! They look like decorations, but their real beauty lies on the inside. 

Looks Pretty - Taste Better
Maritza Owens
Tips from a “Sneaky” Mom - Getting more veggies ...

We all need veggie nutrition, especially kids. But, “kids don’t like veggies.” Actually, kids don’t like bland, boring veggies. A bit of seasoning, a little fun, and a few “sneaky” tricks can get your whole family eating more veggies.

Tips from a “Sneaky” Mom - Getting more veggies in your family’s meals
Maritza Owens
A Feast of Tastes Pan Roasted Veggies

Surprise! Pan-roasting veggies for a meal or a side dish can help you spend less time making meals over a hot stove. We all want one dish to clean up, time away from the hot kitchen (while your meal cooks in the oven), and various veggies to please everyone. Ready in 30 minutes.

A Feast of Tastes Pan Roasted Veggies

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Getting More Veggies into Your Family’s Meals

Getting More Veggies into Your Family’s Meals

Veggies are good and healthy for all of us, especially kids. But “Kids don’t like veggies.” Actually, kids don’t like bland, boring veggies. A bit of seasoning, a few “sneaky” tricks, and a bit of fun can get your whole family eating more veggies.

Pretty on the Outside BETTER on the Inside

Pretty on the Outside BETTER on the Inside

Squash helps your body run smoothly. It's especially good if you are diabetic because it's packed with B-complex vitamins and fiber with pectin - both essential elements in regulating blood sugar. Squash also contains vitamin A which is great for eye and lung health; it helps strengthen bones and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.