Market Watch: Spring Broccoli
Broccoli is usually found later in the summer, some varieties of this vitamin-packed veggie can be found the markets now.
Bright green and full of goodness, one cup dishes up 30 calories, 2 grams of fiber, 3 grams of protein and more than a day's worth of vitamins C and K. The varieties you’ll find at the farmers’ market are sweet and more tender than anything at the grocery store. What ever you do – please EAT THE STALKS, they are packed with nutrients and way too delicious to throw away.
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Market Watch: Spring Onions
It's time for spring onions like chives, ramps, scallions and more.
Market Watch: Broccoli Rabe
When broccoli rabe shows up in your CSA box or farmers’ market it can only mean one thing… spring is here!
Market Watch: Pears
Pick up a few varieties of these delicate Autumn gems next time you're at the market.
Market Watch: Fiddleheads
They sure are funny-looking, but fiddleheads are a truly unique market find. They’re only available for a few short weeks a year so get ‘em while you can!
Market Watch: Raspberries
Early raspberries are coming into season where I live. I managed to snag the very last half-pint at the farmers’ market this week. As fellow market patrons looked on with envy, I hurried home to make some raz-tastic recipes.
Market Watch: Grapes
Locally grown grapes look different than anything I’ve seen at the grocery store. I picked some up this week to see what they were all about.
Market Watch: Tomatillos
Keep an eye out for these tangy little fruits encased in papery husks next time you're at the farmers market.
Market Watch: Beets
Beets may not seem all that exciting but when these babies turn up at the farmers’ market, all I can think about is making my Roasted Beet Risotto. It uses both beets and their greens and makes for a perfect vegetarian meal.
